In the early hours of the night, police in Sandnes, Norway, arrested a man in his 20s following a stabbing incident that left another man in his 30s injured. The younger man is now facing charges of grievous bodily harm, and the victim has been hospitalized due to the injuries sustained during the attack. Local authorities are working to ascertain the details surrounding the incident and the relationship between the two men involved, both of whom are known to police authorities.

The police have yet to interview the victim, who is in the hospital, but they hope to gather more information during the day. Torbjørg Ristesund, a duty police prosecutor at the Sør-Vest police district, stated that they have some information regarding the events that transpired but are still awaiting a statement from the victim to understand the circumstances better. After initially reporting there were two assailants, Ristesund did not confirm whether they are searching for another suspect, indicating that the investigation is still ongoing.

This incident highlights ongoing concerns related to violence in urban areas, especially among individuals with prior encounters with law enforcement. Authorities stress the importance of addressing such incidents promptly as they can lead to serious consequences for the community at large. The relationship between the accused and the victim, along with any underlying motives for the attack, remains a focal point of the investigation.