A man aged in his 40s sustained serious injuries after being assaulted by up to four men in the Blacks Road/Ladybrook area of west Belfast yesterday morning (Sunday).
The incident happened sometime between 12:30am and 3am.
Detectives investigating the report of the assault are appealing for information and witnesses.
Detective Sergeant Laverty said it was reported that up to four men may have been involved in the assault on the man, aged in his forties, who sustained serious injuries.
“We are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who was in the Blacks Road/Ladybrook area between midnight yesterday and 3am yesterday to get in touch.
“I would also appeal to drivers with dash cams who were in the area during this time to check their footage. Anyone with information is asked to call detectives at Musgrave Station on 101, quoting reference number 434 26/05/19,” added Detective Sergeant Laverty.
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.