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23/08/2016
Investigation Launched After Gang Attack Three Men In East Belfast
Police have launched an investigation after a gang armed with bats forced their way into a house in east Belfast and attacked three teenage men.
The incident happened at a property in McArthur Court at around 9am on Sunday, 31 July.
The gang of four men attacked three males, two aged 18 and one aged 19.
The victims sustained injuries to their head and body and were treated in hospital.
Detective Constable Whyte said: "I would appeal to anyone who has any information that can assist with the investigation to call detectives at Musgrave on 101 quoting reference 493 31/07/16.
"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."
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The incident happened at a property in McArthur Court at around 9am on Sunday, 31 July.
The gang of four men attacked three males, two aged 18 and one aged 19.
The victims sustained injuries to their head and body and were treated in hospital.
Detective Constable Whyte said: "I would appeal to anyone who has any information that can assist with the investigation to call detectives at Musgrave on 101 quoting reference 493 31/07/16.
"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."
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