16/05/2018

Investigation Launched After Man Assaulted In East Belfast

An investigation has been launched after a man was assaulted in east Belfast.

The attack happened in the Dundonald area at around 9.30am on Wednesday, 16 May.

The victim, aged in his 50s, is currently receiving hospital treatment after sustaining a head injury and wounds to his abdomen. His condition is not known.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "We would like to hear from anyone who may have seen a man aged in his 20s acting suspiciously in the Grangewood Road, Dunlady Road or Ballyregan Road area between 9am and 9.30am today.

"Anyone with information -  or CCTV covering their house which could have captured images during the time period we are most interested in - should contact police on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 275 of 16/05/18."

(CD/LM)

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