Five people have been arrested following a report of a serious assault at two North Belfast homes.
Two men were hit on the head by a wooden bat, according to police, while a 65-year-old woman sustained a suspected broken wrist.
The incident occurred at houses in the Fairfax Court area of north Belfast in the early hours of this morning (Thursday, December 13).
Detective Inspector Michael McDonnell said shortly after 4:10am, it was reported that two men were assaulted in the area.
One man, aged 34, sustained head injuries after being hit with a wooden bat at a house in the area.
Another man, aged 29, was also hit on the head by a wooden bat in another nearby property. Both men were taken to hospital for treatment for their injuries.
Police say their conditions are described as serious.
A 65-year-old woman sustained a suspected broken wrist during the incident. She was taken to hospital for treatment to her injuries.
“Two women aged 50 and 29 years old, and three men aged 42, 24 and 22 years old have been arrested in relation to the incident. All five persons are currently assisting police with their enquiries,” said Detective Inspector Michael McDonnell.
“Enquiries are continuing and we are appealing to anyone with any information regarding the incident or who saw anything suspicious in the area this morning to contact detectives on 101, quoting reference number 148 13/12/18.
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,” he added.