17/09/2024

Police Appeal For Information On 'Horrific' Assault In Belfast

The PSNI have issued an appeal for information and witnesses following a serious assault on a man in Belfast.

Shortly after 9pm on Sunday, 15th September, a man, aged in his 30s, was found seriously injured in an alleyway just off the Azamor Street area of north Belfast.

The man had suffered lacerations to his head and both arms and legs had been broken.

He continues to be treated in hospital, where he is said to be in a stable condition.

Police are working to establish what happened, who was involved and a motive.

Making an appeal, the PSNI said: "Horrific violence has been inflicted on this man that will leave physical and mental scars and trauma that may never heal. No good comes from this – ever.

"Anyone with information that could help our investigation is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1575 15/09/24.

"We are especially keen to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dash-cam footage of the area yesterday evening, Sunday 15th September.

"A report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/

"You can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/"

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