Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following an overnight assault in Newtownards.

Detective Sergeant Westbury said: “Police received a report at approximately 10.25pm on Saturday evening, 11th May of an altercation in the Meadow Close area.

“It was alleged a number of men, who were armed with weapons, entered the garden of a property and assaulted two men and a woman.

“They all sustained head injuries as a result of the attack and required hospital treatment.

“Thankfully, the injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. However, this was a terrifying ordeal for those involved.

“Our investigation is now underway to determine exactly what happened, a motive, and who was involved.

“I would appeal to anyone who may be able to assist with our investigation or has CCTV, dash-cam or mobile phone footage, to contact us on 101, quoting reference 1927 11/05/24.

“We are especially keen to hear from anyone who noticed any suspicious activity in the Meadow Close area between 10pm and shortly before 10.20pm to make contact with police.”

Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/