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12/05/2017
Armed Gang Assault Teenager In South Belfast
A teenager has been attacked by a gang armed with baseball bats in south Belfast.
The assault occurred in the Maryville street area between 1am and 1.30am on Thursday, 11 May.
The 17-year-old boy sustained facial injuries as well as fractures to his hands, shoulder and legs.
Police described the attack as "reckless".
Detective Sergeant Keith Wilson said: "I would ask anyone who witnessed this incident, or knows anything about it, to contact non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 100 of 11/05/17. Or if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111."
(CD/MH)
The assault occurred in the Maryville street area between 1am and 1.30am on Thursday, 11 May.
The 17-year-old boy sustained facial injuries as well as fractures to his hands, shoulder and legs.
Police described the attack as "reckless".
Detective Sergeant Keith Wilson said: "I would ask anyone who witnessed this incident, or knows anything about it, to contact non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 100 of 11/05/17. Or if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111."
(CD/MH)
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