05/09/2013

Man Assaulted In Carrickfergus

Police are appealing for information after a man walking his dog was attacked by another dog walker in Carrickfergus.

The incident happened at Prince William Way on Monday 26 August.

At approximately 6.30pm, a man walking his dog was assaulted and knocked unconscious by another man who was walking two Japanese Akita dogs.

The victim, 43, suffered a number of fractures to his face and severe bruising.

The attacker is described as being around 6'3" tall, medium build with bulging eyes.

He is thought to have been wearing a dark blue hoody and blue jeans.

Police want to speak to two women who helped the victim shortly after he was attacked.

(CD/JP)

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