09/06/2008

Men Charged Over Downpatrick Assault

Two men are due to appear in court charged in connection with the assault of a man in Downpatrick at the weekend.

The victim suffered serious injuries in the attack, which happened in Market Street in the early hours of Saturday morning.

The two men, aged 28 and 27, have been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent.

(KMcA)


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