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07/02/2017
Man Attacked In West Belfast
A man has been attacked in west Belfast.
The 27-year-old victim was walking on the Springfield Road when he was assaulted between 12.30am and 1.30am on Sunday, 05 February.
Police said he was beaten to the ground by a gang of youths, who also stole his phone and wallet.
The man sustained a number of injuries, however they are not believed to be life-threatening.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/JP)
The 27-year-old victim was walking on the Springfield Road when he was assaulted between 12.30am and 1.30am on Sunday, 05 February.
Police said he was beaten to the ground by a gang of youths, who also stole his phone and wallet.
The man sustained a number of injuries, however they are not believed to be life-threatening.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/JP)
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