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04/10/2019
Appeal As Vulnerable Man Assaulted In Co Tyrone
A vulnerable man has been left traumatised after he was assaulted outside a business in Co Tyrone, police have said.
The 35-year-old was targeted in the forecourt of a commercial premises on Omagh's Dromore Road on Wednesday afternoon, 02 October.
It's believed the driver of white Ford transit van, who spoke with a southern accent, was behind the attack.
Police are appealing for information. Constable Holmes said: "At approximately 1420hrs on 2nd October 2019 a 35 year old vulnerable male was assaulted by another male described as having a southern accent, with dark brown hair and wearing dark clothing. The male was also driving a white Ford Transit. The male suffered minor injuries and it was a very traumatising experience.
"We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the assault to contact police at Omagh on 101 quoting CC2019100201060.
"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."
(JG/CM)
The 35-year-old was targeted in the forecourt of a commercial premises on Omagh's Dromore Road on Wednesday afternoon, 02 October.
It's believed the driver of white Ford transit van, who spoke with a southern accent, was behind the attack.
Police are appealing for information. Constable Holmes said: "At approximately 1420hrs on 2nd October 2019 a 35 year old vulnerable male was assaulted by another male described as having a southern accent, with dark brown hair and wearing dark clothing. The male was also driving a white Ford Transit. The male suffered minor injuries and it was a very traumatising experience.
"We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the assault to contact police at Omagh on 101 quoting CC2019100201060.
"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."
(JG/CM)
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