A man has appeared in court charged with attempting to murder another man in the stairwell of a block of flats.

Murray Anderson, 33, was arrested over the incident on George Street in Aberdeen on Friday.

Anderson, of Aberdeen, is accused of trying to kill a 29-year-old man.

His alleged victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Anderson made no plea or declaration during the private hearing at Aberdeen Sheriff Court and was committed for further examination.

He was remanded in custody and is expected to appear in court at a later date.