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14/11/2019
Man Suffers Broken Jaw As Masked Gang Burgle Property
A man in his 20s has been assaulted by a gang of masked men during an aggravated burglary in west Belfast.
The victim suffered a suspected broken jaw and other injuries to his face and body when assaulted at a house in the West Circular Road area of Belfast on Wednesday night, 13 November.
The incident occurred shortly before 10.40pm and saw the three masked men enter the house armed with a hammer, baseball bat and suspected firearm.
The victim was taken to hospital for his injuries.
Police said a silver Volkswagen Passat was stolen from the property.
Enquiries are ongoing, and anyone who witnessed suspicious activity is asked to contact detectives on 101, quoting reference number 1891 of 13/11/19. Details can also be provided in confidence by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(JG/CM)
The victim suffered a suspected broken jaw and other injuries to his face and body when assaulted at a house in the West Circular Road area of Belfast on Wednesday night, 13 November.
The incident occurred shortly before 10.40pm and saw the three masked men enter the house armed with a hammer, baseball bat and suspected firearm.
The victim was taken to hospital for his injuries.
Police said a silver Volkswagen Passat was stolen from the property.
Enquiries are ongoing, and anyone who witnessed suspicious activity is asked to contact detectives on 101, quoting reference number 1891 of 13/11/19. Details can also be provided in confidence by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(JG/CM)
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