Police at Strand Road appeal after teenager attacked with metal bar in Creggan
THE PSNI has launched an investigation after a man was viciously assaulted in Derry in the early hours of this morning.
Police say the 19-year old-victim was walking between Glenowen Park and Forrest Park in the Creggan estate at around 4 am when three men pounced.
He was struck a number of times with a metal bar, sustaining cuts and bruises to his face and body.
The victim told police that at least one of his attackers was carrying a firearm which was not used in the attack.
Investigating officer Detective Constable Richard Donnell said police at Strand Road are keen to hear from witnesses or anyone else with information about the brutal attack.
Anyone with information can contact detectives on the 101 number, quoting reference number 332 25/06/17.
Or information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on freephone 0800 555 111.
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