Man's ear partially bitten off in Omagh assault

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Sunday, 21 April 2019 10:55

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A 48 year old man's had part of his ear bitten off during an assault in Omagh.

It happened in the Bridge Street area of the town at around 8 last night.

A 33 year old has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent.

He's due in court tomorrow.

Detectives investigating a serious assault in Omagh on Saturday 20th April, in which a man had part of his ear bitten off, have charged a 33 year old man with grievous bodily harm with intent. He is due to appear at Omagh MC on Monday 22nd April.
— PSNI (@PoliceServiceNI) 21 April 2019

In a statement police said:

Detective Inspector Trevor Stevenson is appealing for anyone who witnessed the altercation or who has any information which could assist officers with their enquiries to contact detectives in Omagh on 101 quoting reference 1326 20/04/19. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.