Man suffered head injuries during serious assault in Lurgan

The PSNI has renewed an appeal for information after a man suffered head injuries during an assault in Lurgan, Co Armagh.
By Carmel Robinson
Published 30th Aug 2022, 11:51 BST
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Inspector Conway said: “Police received a report that a male had been assaulted at approximately 1.30am on Sunday, 17th July at the Old Portadown Road junction with the Gilpinstown Road.

“Officers attended and a male was discovered injured on the ground. He had sustained head injuries that required hospital treatment.

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Officers investigating a report of an assault in the Lurgan area have made a renewed appeal for information and witnesses.Officers investigating a report of an assault in the Lurgan area have made a renewed appeal for information and witnesses.
Officers investigating a report of an assault in the Lurgan area have made a renewed appeal for information and witnesses.
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“We are investigating reports that a number of males were spotted getting out of a dark-coloured vehicle before assaulting the male with an object, believed to be a wooden bat,” said the senior police officer.

“Our investigation is continuing and we recently arrested a 26-year-old male on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent.

“He has since been released on police bail while our enquiries continue,” said Inspector Conway.

“We understand some time has passed since this assault occurred, however, our investigation has been ongoing and we are keen to hear from anyone who could help with our enquiries. If you have any information in relation to what happened, please contact police on 101, quoting reference number 200 of 17/07/22.”

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Alternatively, information can also be submitted online using our non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or via the independent Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111,” Inspector Conway concluded.