POLICE are appealing for information following an altercation in north Belfast this morning, Monday, December 27.

Detective Sergeant McCartan said: “It was reported just after 5.25 am this morning that two males were fighting in the Ballynure Street area.

“A male, aged 30, was taken to hospital for stab wounds.

“He was subsequently arrested for common assault and possession of an offensive weapon.

“A second male, aged 22, was arrested for wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm, threats to kill and possessing an article with a blade in a public place.

“Enquiries are ongoing into this incident, and I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw any suspicious activity, and in particular anyone who may have any dash cam or other footage, to call us on 101, quoting reference number 506 of 27/12/21.”

Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ 

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/