Harrogate boy, 16, charged with attempted murder of teenager

North Yorkshire Police said it was believed to have been an "isolated" incident

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder after another teenage boy was found seriously injured in Harrogate.

Officers were called to Claro Road in the early hours of Sunday morning, according to North Yorkshire Police.

The teenager had suffered "significant" injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment, police said.

The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is due to appear before York magistrates on Tuesday.

Det Insp Nichola Holden said it was thought to be an "isolated" incident, with both boys known to each other.

The victim remains in hospital in a critical condition, North Yorkshire Police said.

Officers have appealed for anyone with information about what happened to get in touch.

Det Insp Holden said: "We know local residents are likely to be concerned by this incident."