05/11/2015

Teenager Attacked In North Belfast

A 19-year-old man has been attacked in north Belfast.

The assault occurred in the New Lodge Place area at around 3am on Thursday.

Two men, one armed with a knife, forced their way into a house and assaulted the victim.

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

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

Elsewhere, two men have attacked a 43-year-old man in south Belfast.

The incident happened in the Deramore Avenue area just after 6.30am on Thursday.

The victim is being treated in hospital, however his injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

Detective Inspector Nigel Snoddy said: "I would ask anyone who saw two men in the Ormeau Road area around this time to contact detectives at Musgrave Police Station on the non emergency number 101. Or if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111."

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