Feb 7 • 10:06 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway VG

Man in his 20s charged with attempted murder

A man in his 20s has been charged with attempted murder following a stabbing incident in Oslo.

A man in his 20s has been charged with attempted murder, according to police attorney Erlend Hals Bakke, who provided details to VG. The suspect has been arrested and is currently in custody. He is slated to be presented for detention on Sunday, with the authorities likely to request a four-week remand, although this is not yet confirmed. Police are aware of the suspect's background and prior history.

The incident occurred on Friday evening at Olaf Ryes Place, where police received reports of a brawl and a stabbing. Officers apprehended a man in the area shortly after the reports came in. Police attorney Bakke indicated that they are investigating whether there is any connection between the suspect and the victim, although they believe that the incident was not random. Witness testimonies are being sought to gather more details about the events leading up to the confrontation.

As of Saturday, police have not received any updates on the victim's injuries from the hospital. Several items related to the case have been seized, but Bakke refrained from disclosing specific technical details about the evidence. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are focusing on understanding the circumstances surrounding the stabbing incident at Olaf Ryes Place and ensuring the safety and security of the local community.

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