Steve MacDougall, Courier, Perth Sheriff Court, Tay Street, Perth. General picture to go with Dave Lord story about FOI request reveals 100% rise in knife crime.
A Perth man has been charged with attempted murder, after an alleged stabbing in the North Muirton area.
Police were called to an address in Lingay Court after reports of a disturbance late on Saturday night.
Neighbours reported that forensics specialists in white boiler suits were at the scene, alongside a large uniformed police presence.
A 20-year-old man was taken to Ninewells Hospital by ambulance. Officers remained at the property through the night.
A 23-year-old man was arrested and is expected to appear at Perth Sheriff Court today.
