01/09/2015

Man Attacked In East Belfast

A 29-year-old man has been attacked with a suspected firearm in east Belfast on Saturday.

Two men entered a house in the Thorndyke Street area at around 3.30am and attacked another male.

The victim received injuries to his head and hands, however they are not believed to be life threatening.

Police are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.

(CD)

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