Prison stabbing police officer discharged

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Image caption, The officer was visiting Frankland Prison when he was stabbed
  • Author, Jason Arunn Murugesu
  • Role, 大象传媒 News, North East and Cumbria

A police officer who was stabbed in the chest at Frankland Prison earlier this month has been discharged from hospital.

The officer, from Greater Manchester Police, was stabbed at about 11:00 BST on 23 July during an interview with a remand prisoner.

Durham Police said: "Thankfully, the injured officer has now been released from hospital and is continuing to recuperate at home."

The investigation into the attack is still ongoing, a spokesperson added.

HMP Frankland is a category A men's prison which means it has the highest level of security.

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