SINGAPORE - A 60-year-old man has been arrested for attempted murder at a carpark in Choa Chu Kang Avenue 3. The police said on Sunday (June 13) that officers responded to a case of assault with a knife at about 9.35pm on Saturday.

A 52-year-old man, who was found conscious with stab wounds, was taken to hospital.

The suspect fled the scene before the police arrived, but was arrested within two hours of the incident.

The police said preliminary investigations revealed that the alleged attacker knew the victim.

The suspect will be charged in court with attempted murder on Monday.

If convicted, he will be liable for life imprisonment, imprisonment of up to 20 years and a fine, or both.

Male offenders above 50 are spared caning.