26/09/2016

Man Critical Following Attack In Coleraine

A man is in critical condition in hospital following a serious attack in Coleraine.

The victim, aged in his 50s, was assaulted outside a property on the Ballycastle Road at around 1am on Monday, 26 September.

He sustained serious head injuries.

Two men, aged 30 and 31, have been arrested and are in police custody.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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