27/09/2016

Man Attacked With Baseball Bats In Co Antrim

A gang has attacked a man with baseball bats at a house in Larne, Co Antrim.

The assault occurred at a property on Bank Road at around 1.20am on Monday, 26 September.

The 37-year-old victim sustained injuries including broken ribs and a fractured shoulder.

East Antrim Alliance MLA Stewart Dickson said: "This is an appalling attack on an individual and I condemn those behind it. I would ask anyone who witnessed the incident, or has information about it to pass it to the police on 101 or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111."

(CD)

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