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29/08/2005
Two arrested following serious assault
Two men have been arrested in connection with a serious assault in Londonderry at the weekend.
The 37-year-old victim was assaulted in the Rosemount area of the city at around 5am on Saturday. He is currently being treated at Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast where his condition is said to be critical.
Police described the attack as "brutal" and are trying to establish a motive. It is understood that four young males were seen running away from the scene at the time of the incident.
Anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident are being asked to contact police.
They specifically want to talk to a taxi driver who may have seen the victim prior to the attack.
Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives at Strand Road on 028 7136 7337 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(MB/SP)
The 37-year-old victim was assaulted in the Rosemount area of the city at around 5am on Saturday. He is currently being treated at Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast where his condition is said to be critical.
Police described the attack as "brutal" and are trying to establish a motive. It is understood that four young males were seen running away from the scene at the time of the incident.
Anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident are being asked to contact police.
They specifically want to talk to a taxi driver who may have seen the victim prior to the attack.
Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives at Strand Road on 028 7136 7337 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(MB/SP)
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