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02/05/2019
Man Suffers Broken Cheekbone & Jaw In Belfast Assault
A man has suffered a broken cheekbone and jaw as a result of an attack in north Belfast.
The assault and robbery took place on the Cliftonville Road on Tuesday afternoon, 30 April.
While standing near the road's junction with Glenard Brook, the victim, a man in his 20s, was struck on the side of the head with what is believed to have been a wheel brace.
Police said the assailant, also a man in his 20s, picked up the man's mobile phone and ran off. He is described as being around six feet tall and of stocky build, wearing a grey hooded top and grey shorts at the time.
Police are appealing for information after the attack which left the victim with serious injuries.
Anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area is urged to contact detectives in Musgrave on 101, quoting reference number 728 of 30/04/19 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(JG/MH)
The assault and robbery took place on the Cliftonville Road on Tuesday afternoon, 30 April.
While standing near the road's junction with Glenard Brook, the victim, a man in his 20s, was struck on the side of the head with what is believed to have been a wheel brace.
Police said the assailant, also a man in his 20s, picked up the man's mobile phone and ran off. He is described as being around six feet tall and of stocky build, wearing a grey hooded top and grey shorts at the time.
Police are appealing for information after the attack which left the victim with serious injuries.
Anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area is urged to contact detectives in Musgrave on 101, quoting reference number 728 of 30/04/19 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(JG/MH)
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