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23/06/2004
Man attacked during attempted hijacking
Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted hijacking in south Belfast on Tuesday.
A 20-year-old male driver had stopped at traffic lights on the Dunmurry Lane at Kingsway when two men got out of a nearby red car during rush hour traffic.
The proceeded to punch the man on the face before trying to steal his car keys.
The victim was able to drive off, however the assailants made their way back to their vehicle before following the driver for some distance.
The man suffered cuts and bruises during the incident and is said to be in extreme shock.
(MB)
A 20-year-old male driver had stopped at traffic lights on the Dunmurry Lane at Kingsway when two men got out of a nearby red car during rush hour traffic.
The proceeded to punch the man on the face before trying to steal his car keys.
The victim was able to drive off, however the assailants made their way back to their vehicle before following the driver for some distance.
The man suffered cuts and bruises during the incident and is said to be in extreme shock.
(MB)
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