Man accused of stabbing in Sheffield

South Yorkshire Police were called to the incident on Sunday evening (June 30)

A man has been charged over a stabbing in Sheffield at the weekend.

South Yorkshire Police confirmed they had charged the 20-year-old yesterday (Thursday, July 4) following the incident on Sunday (June 30).

Police were called at 9.09pm that night by the ambulance service to reports of a serious assault on Langsett Road in Oughtibridge.

They were rushed to the scene after it was reported that a 19-year-old man had been stabbed in the abdomen.

He remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition.

David Scothern, 20, of Byron Avenue, Sheffield, was charged with attempted robbery, possession of an offensive weapon, possession of a bladed article, dangerous driving and driving without insurance.

He was remanded in custody ahead of his appearance at Sheffield Crown Court today (Friday, July 5).

The 20-year-old, who was arrested on suspicion of affray, has been released on bail pending further enquiries.

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