A MAN has been charged with attempted murder after a stabbing earlier this week.

Graham Clarke, 24, of Woody Close, Consett, County Durham, appeared at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates Court this morning where he was remanded in custody.

The incident happened in the Forster Street area of Consett in the early hours of Monday, October 3.

The victim, who suffered several stab wounds, is recovering from his injuries.