Former Countdown star charged in connection with Blackpool stabbing
It's alleged to have happened at the ‘Countdown in Blackpool 2024’ event
A former Countdown winner has been charged, over allegations he attacked a fellow contestant in Blackpool.
It allegedly happened at a 'Countdown in Blackpool 2024' event on Hornby Street on 14 September.
John Cowen, aged 30, has been charged with Section 18 wounding with intent and possession of a knife.
He will appear at Preston Crown Court later.
In a statement, Lancashire Police said: "We were called at 11:35am on 14th September 2024 to a report of an assault on Hornby Road in Blackpool.
"Officers attended, and a man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of section 18 assault and possession of a knife / bladed article.
"John Cowen, 30, was later charged with section 18 assault – wounding with intent and possession of a knife / bladed article in a public place.
"He was remanded and will appear at Preston Crown Court on 14th October."