Man in his 20s attacked by gang armed with hammers in North Belfast

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Police say the victim was found on the Ballysillan Road

By Q Radio News

Police are appealing for information following a serious assault in north Belfast yesterday evening.

Inspector Irwin said: “At approximately 8.40pm we received a report that a man aged in his 20’s had been attacked by men armed with hammers in the Cavehill Country Park in the Hightown Road area of the city.

“He was later discovered on the Ballysillan Road where he was then taken to hospital for treatment for his injuries.

“I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the attack or who may have any information in relation to the assault, to contact police on 101 quoting reference 1844 of 29/11/21.” 

You can also submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.

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