Detectives are investigating a report of a serious assault in Lisburn during the early hours of this morning, Saturday 19th October.

Detective Inspector Bell said: “Police received a report at approximately 1am that a man aged in his 20s had been assaulted after an argument ensued outside licensed premises in the Queensway area.

“When leaving the bar the victim is alleged to have been assaulted by one of the men who was involved in the verbal altercation.

“He attacked the victim to his face with a glass item – resulting in serious facial injuries.

“Officers attended who provided first aid to the man at the scene. He was subsequently transported to hospital for treatment to his injuries and remains in a stable condition.

“Our enquiries are continuing and anyone with information about what happened or who witnessed the assault is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 92 19/10/24.”

Alternatively, you can report online at https://www.psni.police.uk/report or in confidence through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.