Two Arrests after Man Assaulted with Hammer

Two males have been arrested this morning on suspicion of attempted murder following a disturbance at a flat in Cleary Crescent in Newry during the early hours of today Wednesday 29 May.

It’s understood a 26 year old man had been assaulted with a hammer. He was taken to hospital where he is receiving treatment.

The suspects who are aged 17 and 29, were detained by police after fleeing the scene at around 12.20am and they remain in custody.

Appealing for information Detective Sergeant Connor said: “Anyone with information or who may have witnessed the males leaving the area at around 12.20 is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference 21 29/05/19.”