Man (19) assaulted during 'brutal attack' in Bangor

A 19-year-old man has been treated in hospital after he was beaten by two men in Kilcooley.

Author: Tara MclaughlinPublished 2nd Dec 2017
Last updated 2nd Dec 2017

He was attacked in the Ballynoe Gardens area behind Kilcooley shops before 9 on Friday night.

He was taken to hospital for treatment to injuries to his arms and legs.

Police said "Whilst these injuries are not life threatening, this was a brutal and horrific attack on a young man."

Detectives are appealing for anyone who witnessed this incident or anyone with any information that can assist with the investigation to contact them in Bangor Police Station on 101 quoting reference number 1448 of 01/12/17.

Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.