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19/08/2019
Arrests Over Armoy Attempted Murder
Police have arrested four men on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was seriously assaulted and struck by a car in Armoy, County Antrim.
The 48-year-old victim was targeted outside a pub on Main Street shortly after 1am on Sunday morning, 18 August. He was left with serious injuries to his head and face.
Following the assault, a car was deliberately driven up onto the footpath, striking the injured male.
Police say a number of bystanders were also assaulted by the four suspects who then fled the area in a vehicle.
The car was subsequently located on the Coolkeeran Road in Ballymoney at around 2.20am. Police searched the area and found the males hiding in nearby gardens.
Detective Sergeant Wallace said: "This was a vicious and violent attack and the victim has been left with some serious injuries, including some to his head and face. I am appealing for witnesses or anyone who may have caputred footage, whether on dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone, to get in touch with us by calling 101, quoting reference 115 18/08/19."
(JG)
The 48-year-old victim was targeted outside a pub on Main Street shortly after 1am on Sunday morning, 18 August. He was left with serious injuries to his head and face.
Following the assault, a car was deliberately driven up onto the footpath, striking the injured male.
Police say a number of bystanders were also assaulted by the four suspects who then fled the area in a vehicle.
The car was subsequently located on the Coolkeeran Road in Ballymoney at around 2.20am. Police searched the area and found the males hiding in nearby gardens.
Detective Sergeant Wallace said: "This was a vicious and violent attack and the victim has been left with some serious injuries, including some to his head and face. I am appealing for witnesses or anyone who may have caputred footage, whether on dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone, to get in touch with us by calling 101, quoting reference 115 18/08/19."
(JG)
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