The incident happened at HMP Frankland last month (Image: Northern Echo)
A man has been charged with attempted murder after a police officer was stabbed at HMP Frankland.
The officer, a detective constable serving with Greater Manchester Police, suffered a single stab wound to the chest during the incident, which happened on Tuesday, July 23.
The officer suffered critical injuries and was taken to hospital by ambulance.
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Following treatment, he was discharged and is now recovering at home.
David Taylor has since been charged with attempted murder and remanded in custody.
The 62-year-old, formerly of Willington, will appear at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, September 3.
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