Man critical after stabbing in North

A young man is fighting for his life today after being stabbed during a street row in Northern Ireland.

A young man is fighting for his life today after being stabbed during a street row in Northern Ireland.

Three men are being questioned over the incident in Lisburn which police are treating as attempted murder.

The 20-year-old victim was stabbed in the body during the attack at Millbrook Road shortly before 2am.

Another 18-year-old man was also stabbed in the side but his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

Police said they arrested three men, aged 23, 21 and 20 who are helping with their inquiries.

They have appealed for any witnesses to get in contact.

PA

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