A MAN in his 50s was stabbed at an address in Andover sparking an attempted murder probe.

On Friday, November 29, officers from Hampshire Constabulary were called at 2.2pm to a report of a serious assault in the town.

A man in his 50s was stabbed at an address on Rack Close, the force has confirmed. 

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The man was taken to hospital to receive treatment for his injuries, which police described as 'serious but non-life threatening', where he remains.

A 33-year-old man from Andover was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and wounding with intent.

The man has been bailed until February 27 while police carry out further enquiries.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary told the Advertiser"We were called at 2.21pm on Friday, November 29 to a report of a serious assault in Andover.

"It was reported that a man in his 50’s had been stabbed at an address on Rack Close.

"The man has been taken to hospital to receive treatment for serious, but non-life threatening injuries. He remains in hospital at this time.

"A 39-year-old man from Andover arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and wounding with intent has been bailed until 27 February pending further enquiries."