Springfield Road: Man charged over unprovoked Belfast attack

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A man has been charged over what police described as an unprovoked attack on a man in west Belfast on Friday evening.

Police said the alleged victim suffered injuries to his ear and body before being threatened with a knife on the Springfield Road at about 18:00 GMT.

On Sunday, a 44-year-old man was charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and making threats to kill.

He is also accused of possessing an offensive weapon in a public place.

Police said he is expected to appear before Belfast Magistrates' Court on Monday.