28/07/2016

Teenager Attacked In West Belfast

An 18-year-old man has been attacked in west Belfast.

The incident happened on the Stewartstown Road in the Twinbrook area at around 2.30am on Saturday, 23 July.

The victim sustained several injuries including a broken jaw.

Five other men are believed to have been involved in the attack.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(DT)




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