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Maurice Fitzmaurice

Lisburn man battered with claw hammer in flat attack

A man has suffered cuts to his head after being battered with a claw hammer.

Detectives in Lisburn are appealing for information following “the report of an aggravated burglary” at a flat in the city’s Woodbrook Avenue area on Sunday (May 5).

Detective Sergeant Melanie McGrory said: “We received a report at approximately 11.30 pm that three men had gained entry to a flat in the area and assaulted the male occupant with a claw hammer.

“The 32 year old man suffered lacerations to his head as a result of the incident and was taken to hospital for treatment of his injuries.

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“Enquiries are continuing and we are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone with any information that can assist with the investigation to contact detectives in Lisburn on 101, quoting reference number 1657 of 05/06/19.”

Police say witnesses can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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