Officers investigating a stabbing in Northallerton that happened on Tuesday (2 July 2024) have this evening charged a suspect.
A 57-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder. He is remanded in custody and will appear before magistrates tomorrow morning (Friday 05 July 2024).
At just after 2.30pm on Tuesday ( 02 July 2024) we responded to a report that a person had been stabbed with a needle on Zetland Street.
The victim suffered serious injuries but has responded well to treatment in hospital. He is expected to make a full recovery.
Detective Inspector Louise Pegg from Hambleton CID commented:
This was a very serious incident that has understandably concerned people in Northallerton and the surrounding communities. I am pleased that we have now been able to charge a suspect in this case and our investigation will continue.
I would like to thank the local community for their initial response to this incident and their co-operation as we conducted enquiries immediately after.
It’s important to stress that we are treating this as an isolated incident, and I urge anyone who has any concerns to speak to officers on patrol or visit the front counter at our Force Headquarters in Northallerton town centre.
