Write a commentA woman in her fifties has sustained serious injuries following an incident close to Fiveways Roundabout in Newry.
The incident at a nearby house in Hollyridge Lane between the Fiveways roundabout and Carnbane Industrial Estate has resulted in the closure of the Tandragee Road in the city as police continue their investigation.
It's not clear how the woman sustained her injuries, described by police as life threatening.
Officers were alerted to the injured lady whilst following up an earlier call from a member of the public where they attended a report of an intoxicated male at the Fiveways Roundabout.
Detective Inspector Colin Patterson said; “A woman aged in her fifties has sustained serious head injuries and has been taken to hospital. Her condition has been described as life threatening. We are investigating the cause of her injuries and the circumstances surrounding this incident.”
Anyone who may be able to assist police in Newry with their inquiries are asked to contact detectives at Ardmore Station on 101 quoting reference number 113 of 30/06/16.
Alternatively, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.
GUIDANCE: At this stage we are treating this incident as a suspected serious assault however it is still unclear how the female has sustained her injuries.
