04/11/2024

Man Charged After Pensioner Is Knocked Unconscious

A man has been charged with numerous offences after a pensioner was knocked unconscious following a punch to the head.

Police in Antrim received a report shortly after 7.30pm on Saturday, November 2, that a 74 year-old man was attacked at Station Road after being approached by a male and female.
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A 21 year-old male has since been arrested and charged with wounding, two counts of criminal damage and one count of attempted criminal damage.

A 25 year-old female was also arrested a short time after the incident and has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Police have appealed for anyone who was in the area and who witnessed the incident or captured dash-cam or CCTV footage which could assist with their enquiries to contact detectives in Antrim on 101, quoting reference 1413 02/11/24.

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