21/03/2016

Gang Attack Man In Co Antrim

A man is receiving hospital treatment after three armed masked men attacked him in Ballymoney, Co Antrim.

The assault happened at a property in Townsend Street between 9.30pm and 10pm on Sunday.

Three men, believed to be carrying weapons, entered the house and attacked the victim, aged in his 30's.

He is currently being treated for injuries to his head, arms and legs.

Detective Sergeant Wallace has appealed for anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information to contact detectives in Coleraine on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

(CD/MH)

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