DETECTIVES are investigating after a male was assaulted in Skeoge Road area of Derry last night.
The 24 year old was punched in the face and fell to the ground banging his head.
The victim was assisted by two passers-by before being transferred to Altnagelvin hospital by ambulance.
His condition this morning is understood to be very serious.
Anyone who was in the area or who may have captured mobile phone or dashcam footage is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference 2318 12/07/20.
A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport
