September 12, 2022 12.56 pm This story is over 32 months old

Lincoln woman in court over attempted murder charge

A victim was found with suspected stab wounds
Kenner Close in Lincoln. | Photo: The Lincolnite

A 34-year-old woman charged with attempted murder after a man was left with suspected stab wounds has today (Monday) appeared at Lincoln Crown Court.

The man in his 60s was initially described as being in a life-threatening condition following an incident at Kenner Close, Lincoln, at 12.49pm on Sunday 7 August.

Lincolnshire Police said the man’s condition stabilised after he was taken to hospital and received treatment for injuries to his neck, face and leg.

Roxanne Staples, 34, of Kenner Close, Lincoln, was arrested on Monday 8 August, and charged with attempted murder.

Kenner Close in Lincoln. | Photo: The Lincolnite

She was also charged with threats to kill relating to an earlier incident involving a different individual in July.

Staples spoke only to confirm her name and date of birth during the court hearing.

No pleas were entered and Judge Catarina Sjolin Knight adjourned the case for a plea and trial preparation hearing at Lincoln Crown Court on 7 November.

Kenner Close in Lincoln. | Photo: The Lincolnite

A provisional trial date was also fixed for 6 February, 2023. The trial is expected to last four days.

Staples was remanded into custody until her next court appearance.