18/05/2015

Man Assaulted With Baseball Bats In Lisburn

A man has been assaulted with baseball bats in Lisburn.

The attack happened in The Green area at around 10pm on Friday.

Two men were seen getting out of a blue van and hitting the victim with baseball bats.

He was taken to hospital for treatment, however his injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

A man was arrested however he has since been released on bail pending further inquiries.

Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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