18/11/2016

PSNI Renew Appeal After Woman Assaulted In L'Derry

Police have renewed their appeal for information after a woman was assaulted in Co L'Derry in October.

A female was knocked unconscious and had her handbag stolen in the Castle Street area on Wednesday, 05 October.

She sustained serious injures, however they are not believed to be life threatening.

PSNI Constable Maguire said: "The female stated that she was helped to her feet by an unknown male and female who escorted her back to her hotel.

"We are appealing to anyone that may have any information regarding this incident or may have witnessed anything to come forward, in particular we would like to speak to the male and female that helped the female victim that evening. To get in contact call Strand Road Police Station on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 345 on 05/11/16."

(CD)


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