Comber: Two men charged over stabbing

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Police in Comber

Two men have been charged with grievous bodily harm by police investigating a stabbing in Comber, County Down.

The men, aged 22 and 21, were arrested after the incident in Bridge Street at about 23:50 GMT on Friday.

Police received a report of a fight in the area, with the victim being taken to hospital with hand, leg and back wounds. His injuries were not thought to be life threatening.

The Square in the town centre was closed for a period into Saturday.

The men, who are due to appear before Downpatrick Magistrates' Court on Monday, are charged with grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of an offensive weapon with intent.

The 22-year-old man has also been charged with criminal damage.