18/05/2015

Man Seriously Assaulted In Co Antrim

A man has been seriously assaulted by a number of masked men in Co Antrim.

The incident occurred on 17 May at approximately 11.30pm in Adelaide Avenue, Whitehead.

It is understood the attackers dragged the 20-year-old male from his flat into a communal hallway.

The victim was then assaulted with hammers and a hatchet.

The man suffered head injuries and puncture wounds to his arms and legs.

He was taken to hospital to receive treatment for his wounds.

Police are appealing for information.

(LM/CD)

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