Man charged with attempted murder in Downpatrick
An 18-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder following the attack of a man in Downpatrick, County Down.
A 45-year-old man is in a stable condition in hospital after he was attacked by three men at about 01:20 BST on Wednesday in Carraig View.
Another man, aged 42, remains in police custody. A 20-year-old man has been released unconditionally.
The victim's injures are not believed to be life-threatening.
The 18-year-old, who is also charged with common assault, criminal damage and possession of an offensive weapon, is due to appear at Downpatrick Magistrates' Court on Thursday.