23/06/2025

Two Arrested In Connection With Serious Assault In Newcastle

Detectives investigating a serious assault that occurred in Newcastle on Saturday, 21 June, have issued a specific appeal for information from the public.

Detective Sergeant Lewis confirmed that officers are conducting ongoing enquiries into the assault of a man by two individuals in the Tipperary Lane area. As part of their investigation, police are particularly keen to speak with anyone who observed suspicious activity in the Burrenbridge Road area of Castlewellan at approximately 12:40pm on Saturday, 21 June.

Two men, aged 30 and 60, who were arrested on suspicion of various offences, including attempted murder, remain in police custody.
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"Enquiries are continuing and police would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the assault in Newcastle or who may have been driving along the Burrenbridge Road of Castlewellan between 12:15 and 12:45 on Saturday, 21 June, and who may have dashcam footage available, to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference 754 of 21/06/25," Detective Sergeant Lewis urged.

"Alternatively, you can submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/."

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