13/09/2016

Woman Assaulted By Masked Men In West Belfast

A gang of masked men have assaulted a woman in west Belfast.

The attack happened at a property on Albert Street between 10.30pm and 11pm on Sunday, 11 September.

The victim, aged in her 30s, sustained an injury to her arm, however it is not believed she required medical treatment.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/MH)

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