A man in his 20s has been stabbed in the face in Newry in what police say was a ‘vicious’ attack.
He was found injured in the Stream Street area of the city.
Police are appealing for information following the incident which was reported this morning just before 5:45am (Friday 5 February).
Inspector Alastair Macdonald said the man had sustained several stab wounds to his face and was taken to hospital by the Ambulance Service, where he is currently receiving treatment.
“This was a particularly vicious attack.
“Our enquiries are ongoing, and I am appealing to witnesses, or anyone with information, to contact us on 101 quoting reference 200 of 05/02/21,” he said.
A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.
Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.