15/07/2016

Police Appeal After Young Man Seriously Assaulted In Co Down

Police are appealing for witnesses after a young man sustained serious injuries during an assault at an Eleventh night bonfire in Co Down.

The attack happened in the Westwinds Estate in Newtownards at around 1am.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "We can be contacted by calling 101 and request to speak with the Detectives in Bangor or by calling Crimestoppers on 0800555111."

(CD)


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