01/08/2016

Man Seriously Injured After Being Attacked In Omagh

A man is in a serious condition in hospital after being attacked in Omagh, Co Tyrone.

The assault happened in the Hospital Road area at around 3am on Saturday, 30 July.

A gang of men got out of a black coloured car and attacked the victim with a type of club or bat.

He sustained a number of injuries to his head and body.

An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and is in police custody.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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