Man in 60s attacked with knife in Stamford

A man has been charged with a number of offences after an incident in Stamford.

Police say they recevied reports on Saturday (26 May) at 2.48pm, to reports a man in his 60s was assaulted with what is believed to be a bladed weapon.

The incident took place on Kesteven Road.

The victim was taken to hospital, but his injuries are not life-threatening.

Geoffrey Thompson, of Lancaster Road in Stamford, has now been charged with section 18 wounding with intent, possession of a bladed article and possession of an offensive weapon.

Thompson has been remanded into custody and will appear in court at a later date.

Police are appealing for witnesses and any CCTV, or dashcam footage.

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