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Detectives investigating an incident in the Lendrick Street area of Belfast have charged a 47 year old man with attempted murder.

He is due to appear at Belfast Magistrates Court on Monday.

He also faces a charge of possessing of an offensive weapon with intent to commit an indictable offence.

He was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after an incident in East Belfast on Sunday morning.

Police forced their way into a house in the Lendrick Street area after reports of a disturbance around 8.30am.

When they got inside, they discovered a 39-year-old man with cuts to his head and hands. He is currently being treated in hospital.

Detective Sergeant Mason said earlier: “Officers forced entry to a property and detained a 47 year old man who was then arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

“A 39 year old man was taken to hospital for treatment to lacerations to his head and cuts to his hands. His condition is not thought to be life-threatening at this time.

“We would urge anyone who was in this part of the Newtownards Road between 8am and 8.30am this morning and saw any suspicious activity to get in contact with detectives at Musgrave on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 446 of 26/11/17.

“Alternatively, information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity, Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

Alliance councillor David Armitage has appealed for information following the attempted murder in East Belfast.

He said: “I am shocked by this incident and I know many in the local community will be as well. I am thankful the victim did not appear to suffer life-threatening injuries and hope he makes a full recovery.

“I would appeal for anyone with information on this incident to take it to police immediately or contact the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.”