Man released after two attacks

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A man's been released on police bail after two assaults in Newry on Saturday.

It's understood  he was involved in a fist-fight and attacked a person who tried to stop it, knocking out some of their teeth.

Police say when he tried to flee the scene, he rammed two officers knocking them to the ground.

One, who was recovering from a suspected broken shoulder, has been discharged from hospital.

He faces charges relating to two counts of grievous bodily harm, various public order offences, and possession of class A drugs with intent to supply.

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