STV NewsA 22-year-old man has been charged in connection with a serious assault in Orkney.
The incident happened around 9.40pm on Tuesday, October 15 outside a premises on Burnmouth Road in Kirkwall.
A 38-year-old man was taken to Balfour Hospital in Kirkwall and later moved to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee where his condition is described as critical.
A 39-year-old woman was also taken to Balfour Hospital for treatment.
The 22-year old is due to appear at Kirkwall Sherriff Court on Friday, October 18, 2024.
Police said enquiries into the incident are continuing.
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