Write a commentPolice are appealing for information following three separate assaults in Newry over the weekend.
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The first assault took place in Sandy Street on Friday afternoon, 26 April at approximately 3.15pm.
A 42 year old man was pulled from a van and assaulted by a number of males. The injured party sustained head and facial injuries which required medical treatment.
Three males, aged 57, 30 and 27 years old, were arrested on suspicion of GBH with intent. They were later released on bail pending further enquiries.
In a separate incident a 34 Year old man was assaulted at the bottom of Barcroft Hill in the early hours of Sunday morning, 28 April.
Some time between 2am and 2.30am the man was assaulted by a male at the bottom of Barcroft Hill. The male was wearing a red hoodie and punched the injured party before running off. The victim then made his way up steps, leading from Kiln Street to Barcroft Hill, and was set upon by a group of young males. He sustained injuries to his face and wrist.
A third assault took place in Monaghan Street during the early hours of Sunday, 28 April.
Around 3am a male was assaulted by five males with bottles outside takeaway premises on Monaghan Street when his friend attempted to intervene. This 30 year old male was then assaulted and sustained injuries to his face and head.
One of the assailants is described as being 5ft 7in tall, of medium build and had dark hair, cut in a V style. He was wearing beige chinos and a blue jacket with white sleeves.
Police are appealing to anyone who witnessed any of these incidents to contact them at Ardmore Police Station on 0845 600 8000. If you prefer to provide information without giving your details you can contact the independent Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.
