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Woman charged with attempted murder in Keady to appear in court

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A 25-year-old woman will appear before Magistrates’ this morning (Wednesday) charged with an attempted murder in Keady.

Shortly before 9pm on Monday, police received a report that a male had been stabbed in a flat in the Fairgreen Avenue area of the town.

Detective Inspector Hodge said: “Upon arrival by police, a male in his 20s had received several stab wounds to his back and abdominal area and was taken to hospital for his injuries.

“His condition is believed to be stable at this time. A number of other persons were present during the incident, however are uninjured.”

The attempted murder accused was charged last night and is to appear before Newry Magistrates’ Court later today.

Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses.

Anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area to contact police in Armagh on 101, quoting reference number 1890 17/02/20.

Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.

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