15/11/2016

Man Attacked In L'Derry

A man sustained a head injury after being assaulted by two men in L'Derry.

The 25-year-old victim was attacked at his home in the Glenabbey Street area at around 5.40am on Monday, 14 November.

The suspects are believed to have made off in a dark coloured car in the direction of Skeoge roundabout.

Police carried out a search in the Ardnamoyle Park area and a vehicle was seized for further examination.

Two men, aged 26 and 23, were arrested on suspicion of Grevious Bodily Harm with intent, aggravated burglary and possession of an offensive weapon.

They are currently in police custody.

(CD/LM)

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