02/12/2021

Man Assaulted In East Belfast

A man has been assaulted by three men in east Belfast.

The attack happened in the Paxton Street area last Friday, 26 November.

The men made off with his wallet which contained a sum of cash.

The victim was taken to hospital to be treated.

PSNI Constable Ewing said: "We received a report that sometime between 2pm and 5.30pm, a man aged in his 40s had been attacked in the Paxton Street area of the city by three unknown males.

"The males also stole the victim's wallet which contained a sum of cash.

"The man was taken to hospital where he received treatment for his injuries."

Police are appealing for information.

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