Serious assault, Newry
20 Apr 2009
Police in Newry are appealing for information about a serious assault at Merchants Quay.
Shortly after 7.15pm on Sunday 19th April a disturbance in a bar was reported to police.
Initial enquiries suggest that a man who had been in the bar was assaulted by four men shortly after they entered the premises.
The man was taken to hospital with facial injuries and an injury to his head.
Police are working to establish a motive for the incident and enquiries are ongoing.
Anyone with information or who witnessed suspicious activity should contact police by calling 0845 600 8000, alternatively information about crime can be passed anonymously to the Crimestoppers charity by contacting 0800 555 111.
