23/05/2022

Man Attacked In Bangor

A man, aged in his 60s, has been injured after he was beaten and kicked to the ground in the face and head in Bangor.

The assault occurred in the Castle Street area at around 10pm on Saturday, 21 May.

A 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing Grievous Bodily Harm and has been detained in police custody.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.


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