Violent Assault Leaves Man Hospitalized in Critical State

Violent Assault Leaves Man Hospitalized in Critical State

Police have arrested a man in connection with an alleged assault in Ballymena. At approximately 2.50pm yesterday, officers received a report that a man, aged in his 30s, had been assaulted and was injured in the Wakehurst Playing Fields area of the town.

Arrest Made

Detective Inspector McCook stated, 'It’s understood that the suspect approached the man and struck him a number of times on his head and body. The suspect also damaged the man’s mobile phone. The victim was taken to hospital for treatment for facial injuries, which are believed to be serious. Officers later detained a 27-year-old man in connection with this offence.'

Appeal for Information

As investigations continue, authorities urge anyone who witnessed the incident in the Wakehurst Playing Fields area to come forward with information by contacting the authorities.