A man has been charged with attempted murder after a woman suffered slash wounds to her neck.

The 43-year-old was found in Lordship Lane Recreation Ground in Tottenham at 10.05pm on Wednesday, May 18.

The Metropolitan Police said it was called to reports of an assault and officers attended the park via Higham Road.

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The woman  was treated for neck injuries by paramedics from the London Ambulance and air ambulance services before being taken to hospital.

Police say her condition was later assessed as not life-threatening. A 59-year-old man known to the woman has been charged with attempted murder.

Police enquiries are ongoing and witnesses are being urged to come forward.

Detective Constable Simon Davis said: "We know the victim and suspect were with a group of other people when this horrific incident unfolded.

"We need those people to come forward and help us build our understanding of what took place. Please do the right thing and contact us immediately."

Anyone who saw or heard anything unusual or suspicious in the area around the time of the incident is asked to call 101, giving the reference 8253/18MAY.

Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.