05/02/2018

Man Attacked In East Belfast

A man is being treated in hospital after being assaulted in east Belfast.

The incident happened outside licensed premises in the Upper Newtownards Road area at around 1.30am on Sunday, 04 February.

His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/MH)

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