Man attacked by armed gang during aggravated burglary in north Belfast

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A man in his twenties has been attacked by a group of masked men armed with iron bars and hammers during an aggravated burglary in North Belfast.

It happened in the Carlisle Road area just after 9pm last night.

The victim was struck repeatedly around the head, arms and legs.

He's being treated in hospital for a suspected broken arm, cuts and severe bruising.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “Our enquires are ongoing and I would appeal for anyone who noticed any suspicious activity in the area around the time of this incident to call detectives at Musgrave on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 1859 19/11/20. A report can be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”

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