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A man in his 20's is in hospital with serious injuries following an assault in Newry just after midnight yesterday morning, 27 December.
An altercation at Trevor Hill saw the man struck on the head and Newry police are appealing for information and witnesses.
Sergeant McBride said: “Shortly before 12.25am, officers attended a report of an assault in the Trevor Hill area.
“It is understood that an altercation took place, during which a man aged in his 20s was struck on the head.
“He was subsequently taken to hospital for treatment for his injuries, which are believed to be serious at this time.”
The area would have been busy at the time with many out for St Stephen's night and police are appealing to anyone with any information, or who can assist them with theirr enquiries, to get in touch.
“You can call 101, quoting reference number 56 of 27/12/23 or alternatively you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org
