Three masked men forced their way into a house at Brook Street in Ahoghill last night (Thursday 2 May) and assaulted a man with a hammer.
The incident happened at around 11pm.
The man, aged in his 30s, was taken to hospital for treatment for injuries to his head and body as a result. The men made off in a dark coloured car that was driven by a fourth person.
Detective Sergeant Leighanne Robinson is appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone who has any information that can assist with the investigation to contact detectives at Ballymena on 101, quoting reference 1540 02/05/19.
Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.
