A MAN has been charged following an alleged stabbing in Bournemouth.

Police were called to Regent Drive in the Littledown area shortly before 5.15pm on Friday, September 30 after reports that a man in his 20s had suffered a stab wound to the chest.

The complainant was taken to hospital, where he underwent surgery for his injuries.

A 20-year-old man from Middlesex has been charged with wounding with intent, robbery and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

He appeared at Bournemouth Magistrates’ Court on Saturday, January 14.

He is next due to appear at Bournemouth Crown Court on Thursday, February 16.