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The pair were making their along the walkway between the Glenshane Road and the hospital when they were attacked by five or six youths, some of whom were wearing football tops.

Injuries not serious however police are aware a man was walking his dog in the area at the time and may be able to help with their enquiries. The telephone number to ring is 0845 600 8000.

Alternatively information can be passed on anonymously through the ‘Crimestoppers’ charity on freephone 0800 555 111.