Man sustains injuries to head and body during Newry assault

At approximately 6.55pm, it was reported that a man had called to a house in the Iveagh Crescent area and entered the property and assaulted the resident.

The victim was struck a number of times sustaining injuries to his head and body.

The assailant is described as being approximately 5’ 10 in height with long dark hair and was wearing a face covering and a tracksuit.

There were two other men standing outside the property during the assault.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the assault or anyone with CCTV or other footage that could assist with enquires to get in touch on 101 quoting reference 1362 of 11/09/24.

A report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/