11/12/2015
Boy Arrested In Connection With North Belfast Attack
A boy has been arrested after reportedly pouring or spraying liquid over another boy's face in north Belfast.
The suspect was attacked in the Oldpark Road area at around 9pm on Thursday.
The victim's injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Inspector Roy Watton said: "I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to contact Police at Tennent Street on the non-emergency number 101.
"Or, 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."
(CD/JP)
The suspect was attacked in the Oldpark Road area at around 9pm on Thursday.
The victim's injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Inspector Roy Watton said: "I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to contact Police at Tennent Street on the non-emergency number 101.
"Or, 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."
(CD/JP)
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