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04/04/2018
Man Attacked By Masked Gang In Newtownabbey
Police in Newtownabbey have issued an appeal for witnesses following an attack on a man in the town on Monday, 02 April.
A 50-year-old man was attacked by a masked gang at a property at Braden Heights.
Detective Inspector Patrick Mullan said: "The 50 year old was inside a property at Braden Heights when its believed four unknown men forced their way inside and assaulted him with bats.
"It's understood the intruders then fled the area in a silver vehicle.
"The victim was treated for superficial injuries.
"We are working to establish a motive for this attack and are appealing for information. Officers can be contacted by calling 101, quoting reference number 1222 02/04/18."
(MH/LM)
A 50-year-old man was attacked by a masked gang at a property at Braden Heights.
Detective Inspector Patrick Mullan said: "The 50 year old was inside a property at Braden Heights when its believed four unknown men forced their way inside and assaulted him with bats.
"It's understood the intruders then fled the area in a silver vehicle.
"The victim was treated for superficial injuries.
"We are working to establish a motive for this attack and are appealing for information. Officers can be contacted by calling 101, quoting reference number 1222 02/04/18."
(MH/LM)
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