POLICE in Derry are appealing for information following a serious assault that took place in the Chapel Road area on Sunday, December 31, 2017.
A man was viciously assaulted by three males and as a result he has been left with life changing injuries.
Officers want a taxi driver who came to his assistance to contact them at Strand Road PSNI station.
Investigating officer Constable Robb said: “It was reported that sometime between 1:00am and 1:30am, a 37-year-old man was attacked by three males at the junction of Chapel Road and Margaret Street.
“The victim suffered injuries to his head, face and ribs which resulted in being life-changing.
“A passing taxi driver stopped to assist the man and helped him home.
“We are appealing for this taxi driver, and anyone else with information or who may have witnessed the incident, to contact police at Strand Road Police Station on 101 quoting CCS 596 of 31/01/18.
Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.
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