Man arrested and charged in connection with an attempted murder in Fife

A 44-year-old man has been charged after the incident in Leven
By Rachel Mackie
Published 14th Jul 2020, 13:49 BST
Updated 14th Jul 2020, 13:50 BST
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A 44-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an attempted murder in Fife.

Police officers were flagged down on Methil Brae in Leven due to a 42-year-old man who had suffered stab wounds to his leg.

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The victim is still at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee and his condition is described at critical but stable.

Detective Inspector Chris Mill, of Levenmouth CID, said: "Officers reacted quickly to the situation and following an investigation led by detectives alongside local uniformed officers and engagement from the community, we were able to arrest and charge a man in connection with this incident."

The 44-year-old is due to appear at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court on Wednesday 15 July.

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