Police investigate teen assault

At approximately 3.35pm on Wednesday, September 7 a 13-year-old male was assaulted by two males on his way home from school. This occurred on a footpath approximately halfway up the Victoria Road.

The boy received injuries, which are not life threatening, to his face and head.

The assailants are described as (1) – approximately 5’10” tall, of thin build, with very short brown hair. He was wearing a grey Adidas tracksuit. (2) - approximately 5’5” tall, also of thin build. He was wearing a navy Adidas tracksuit with a large Adidas logo on the top. He is believed to have had the hood of his top up over his head. Both males are believed to be approximately 15-years-old.

Constable Conor McKinley said: “I would especially like to hear from two females who we believe got out of their vehicle to assist the injured male, and anyone else who drove by at the time and who may be able to provide us with any information.

“I would also appeal to anyone else who may have any information about this incident to contact police at Larne on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 836 of 07/09/16. Or, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”