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20/09/2017
PSNI Issue Warning To Freshers Over One Punch Deaths
The PSNI have issued a warning to Freshers as they celebrate their first week at university over one punch deaths.
25 people have died as a result of one punch attacks and many more have been seriously injured since 2004, according to the police.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "The majority of these incidents are alcohol fuelled and can have a devastating impact on the victim and their family.
"During this freshers period we hope you enjoy your night but please remember that One Punch Can Kill."
(CD/MH)
25 people have died as a result of one punch attacks and many more have been seriously injured since 2004, according to the police.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "The majority of these incidents are alcohol fuelled and can have a devastating impact on the victim and their family.
"During this freshers period we hope you enjoy your night but please remember that One Punch Can Kill."
(CD/MH)
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