10/04/2026
Witness Appeal After Late-Night Assault In East Belfast
Detectives are seeking witnesses and dash-cam footage after a man suffered facial injuries in a late-night assault in east Belfast.
Police said the incident was reported at around 11.40pm on Thursday, 9 April.
Detective Sergeant Stevenson said: "It was reported at around 11.40pm that a man was punched in the face and assaulted as he lay on the ground by another male.
"The victim sustained facial injuries as a result of the incident, and was taken to hospital for treatment.
"Our enquiries are ongoing, and we are asking anyone who witnessed what happened, or who might have any information which might assist, to get in touch. We would be particularly keen to hear from anyone who might have any dash cam footage which might assist.
"The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 1789 of 09/04/26."
Information can also be submitted online via the non-emergency reporting form at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport, or provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
Police said the incident was reported at around 11.40pm on Thursday, 9 April.
Detective Sergeant Stevenson said: "It was reported at around 11.40pm that a man was punched in the face and assaulted as he lay on the ground by another male.
"The victim sustained facial injuries as a result of the incident, and was taken to hospital for treatment.
"The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 1789 of 09/04/26."
Information can also be submitted online via the non-emergency reporting form at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport, or provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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