Police surround the scene of an assault on Frances St. in London. Photo by Scott Kitching, BlackburnNews.comPolice surround the scene of an assault on Frances St. in London. Photo by Scott Kitching, BlackburnNews.com
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Attempted Murder Charge Laid In Frances St. Assault

A 46-year-old London man is charged with attempted murder after an assault in the east-end of the city left a woman fighting for her life.

London police were called to a home on Frances St. around 10:20pm on Monday for what they are calling a "serious assault."

When officers arrived, they found a woman suffering from life threatening injuries. She was rushed to hospital where as of Tuesday morning she was listed in critical condition.

A man was arrested a short distance away from the home.

Dennis George, 46, of London is charged with one count of attempted murder.

Forensic investigators and members of the Major Crime Section continue to investigate.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the London Police Service at 519-661-5674 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in on-line anonymously to www.londoncrimestoppers.com

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