11/06/2024

Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Attempted Murder In Bangor

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with a serious assault in Bangor.

The 41-year-old has been arrested after a man, aged in his 40s, was found with a "significant head injury" in the Fort Road area.

The victim was treated at the scene by emergency services before being transferred to hospital, where he remains in a serious condition.
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The suspect was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and a number of other related offences including, possession of an offensive weapon with intent to commit an indictable offence. He remains in custody at this time as enquiries continue.

Anyone with any information or who may have mobile, CCTV or other footage can contact police on 101 quoting reference number 2085 07/06/24.

Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/

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