Detectives investigating a stabbing incident in the Rodgers Quay area of Carrickfergus on Wednesday, 27th May have made a second arrest.

A 37-year-old man was arrested today, Monday, 1st June, 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. He remains in police custody at this time.

A 41-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon on Saturday, 30th May has since been released on bail. 

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.