21/05/2012

Teenager Seriously Injured In Attack

A teenager is in a serious condition in hospital after being attacked in the north Belfast area on Saturday.

The 16-year-old suffered head injuries during the assault which occurred on the Antrim Road at around 8pm.

A 43-year-old man has been arrested.

Police are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.

(CD)

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