Chief Inspector Alan Hutton appeals for information following brutal attack on Derry teenager
DETECTIVES are investigating a report of a “serious and malicious assault” on a teenager in Derry by masked men wielding iron bars.
Police say the attack happened in the Gartan Square area of the city just after midnight yesterday, Saturday 10 June.
Chief Inspector Alan Hutton said: “The assault has all the hallmarks of a paramilitary-style attack, with the assailants all wearing masks.
“These attackers set upon a vulnerable 15 year old boy with iron bars – and the victim sustained a number of broken bones as a result.
“Anyone who has information that could help with our investigation should contact detectives at Strand Road, using the non-emergency number 101 and quoting reference number 28 of 10/6/17.
“Alternatively, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”