27/06/2017

Motorist Attacked In Dungannon Carjacking

Police have launched an investigation after a motorist was attacked in a carjacking in Dungannon.

The victim, aged 27, was assaulted by a gang of men in the Newell Road area on Sunday, 25 June.

They punched and kicked the man to the ground and made off in his Audi A4.

PSNI Inspector Neil Black said: "The victim had just arrived at a local carpark at around 1am and had exited his vehicle when he was set upon by a group of men. He was punched and kicked to the ground, sustaining bruising to his face and body."

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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