Carrickfergus stabbing: Second man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder is released on bail

A man arrested on Monday in relation to a stabbing incident in the Rodgers Quay area of Carrickfergus on Wednesday, May 27 has been released on bail.

The 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, possessing an offensive weapon in a public place and possessing an article with a blade or point in a public place.

Police confirmed on Tuesday that the man has been released to allow for further police enquiries.

Meanwhile, a 41-year-old man who was arrested on Saturday on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon has also been released on bail.

A 37-year-old man, arrested on Monday, June 1, in relation to an assault which took place in the Rogers Quay area of Carrickfergus on Wednesday, May 27, has been released on bail to allow for further police enquiries. Picture; Press Eye (stock image).placeholder image
A 37-year-old man, arrested on Monday, June 1, in relation to an assault which took place in the Rogers Quay area of Carrickfergus on Wednesday, May 27, has been released on bail to allow for further police enquiries. Picture; Press Eye (stock image).

Police said their enquiries are ongoing and anyone who can assist detectives with their enquiries are asked to contact the 101 number, quoting reference 1557 of 27/05/26.

Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form at http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org.uk.

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