Police are investigating after a man suffered 'brutal' injuries in an alleged aggravated burglary on Sunday night.
It was reported that four masked men forced their way into a house in the Forthriver Crescent area of North Belfast just before 11:25pm.
Police say one of the suspects was armed with a hammer, and it’s believed the others had some form of sticks.
Detective Sergeant Arnott said: “The intruders ransacked some rooms downstairs and threatened the female occupant, before making their way to the bedroom where they assaulted the male occupant.
“The victim was beaten with the hammer, and has sustained wounds and lacerations to his arm, ankle, head and body. The injuries required hospital treatment.
“This was a shocking and brutal attack on a young man, aged in his 20s.
“The female occupant, who ran to a separate room to protect her two young children, has also understandably been left badly shaken.
“It’s believed the men, who were dressed in black, subsequently made off on foot.
“I am appealing to anyone with information, or who may have noticed any suspicious activity in the area around that time, to contact us on 101 quoting reference number 1867 of 05/07/20.”
Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
