Four men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was seriously assaulted before being struck by a car in Co Antrim.
Police say the 48-year-old victim was set upon outside a pub on Main Street, Armoy shortly after 1am this morning, Sunday, August 18.
A car was then deliberately driven onto the footpath, striking the injured male.
Officers investigating the attempted murder say it's understood a number of bystanders were also assaulted by the four suspects before they fled the scene in the vehicle.
The car was subsequently located on the Coolkeeran Road, Ballymoney at around 2.20am.
PSNI searched the area and the males were found hiding in nearby gardens and were arrested.
Detective Sergeant Wallace said: “This was a vicious and violent attack and the victim has been left with some serious injuries, including some to his head and face. I am appealing for witnesses or anyone who may have captured footage, whether on dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone, to get in touch with us by calling 101, quoting reference 115 18/08/19.”
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