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A man will face court on Christmas Day charged with attempted murder following a domestic-related incident at Wollongong on Thursday night. About 9.20pm a 63-year-old man was at his Wollongong home, when he was confronted in the bedroom by a 31-year-old man, known to him. It's alleged the younger man, armed with a knife, placed the older man in a headlock and cut his throat. Read more: Seven new local COVID-19 cases, as NSW sets new record of almost 70,000 tests The injured man was able to fight him off and break free before driving himself to Wollongong Hospital where police were notified. His injuries are not considered life-threatening. Officers from Wollongong Police District commenced inquiries and attended a home on Corrimal Street where the 31-year-old man was arrested. He was taken to Wollongong Police Station and charged with cause wounding/grievous bodily harm to person with intent to murder (DV). The man was refused bail to appear at Wollongong Local Court on Friday. Police are not seeking any other parties in relation to the incident. Read more: COVID safe Christmas Day services in Wollongong We depend on subscription revenue to support our journalism. If you are able, please subscribe here. If you are already a subscriber, thank you for your support.

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