Antrim: Arrest after man stabbed in chest in Oakburn area

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A man in his 20 has been arrested after a stabbing in Antrim on Monday afternoon.

The stabbing happened in the Oakburn area of the town shortly before 13:30 GMT.

Police said the victim had been stabbed in the chest and suffered serious injuries.

He was taken to hospital for treatment and officers added that his condition was not believed to be life-threatening.

"Officers remain at the scene this evening, and we are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed what happened, or who has any information which might assist us with our enquiries, to get in touch," Det Insp Lenaghan said

A man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, possession of an offensive weapon, and possession of a Class B controlled drug.

He remains in custody,