Four arrests have been made in Derry/Londonderry today, Wednesday 20 August, by officers from the Police Service’s Serious Crime Branch as part of their investigation into a serious assault on a man in Creggan earlier this year.

It was reported at around 10.15pm on Saturday 12th April a number of men, wearing balaclavas, had forced their way into a house in Creevagh Heights and assaulted a man inside the property. The victim, aged in his thirties, was left with injuries to his leg, head and hands.

This morning, four searches were conducted at separate addresses – in Creggan, Hazelbank and Ballymagroarty. Four men were arrested - aged 18, 19, 40 and 44 – on suspicion of offences, including aggravated burglary, and grievous bodily harm with intent, and a number of items seized. The males arrested remain in custody at this time, assisting with enquiries.

Appeal for information 
Detective Sergeant McLaughlin said: “Violence like this leaves deep psychological scars on victims and their families.
"As our enquiries continue, I reiterate our appeal for information and urge anyone who can assist to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 1946 of 12/04/25.We are especially keen to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dash-cam footage of the area on Saturday 12th April." 
You can also report online via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/