Police are appealing for information after four men broke into a flat in Dundonald and assaulted a man with what is believed to be baseball bats last night.
The victim, in his 20s, was in his flat at Strone Park.The paramilitary style attack happened before 10pm.
Before fleeing the property, the assailants smashed a number of windows and daubed graffiti on a wall.
The victim attended hospital for treatment to his injuries, which are not believed to be life threatening.
Temporary Detective Inspector Wallace said: "Whilst these injuries are not life threatening, this was a brutal and horrific attack. It is yet another example of how criminal groups seek to control communities through fear and violence.”
“I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed this incident or anyone who has information which may assist police enquiries, to contact Detectives at Lisburn Criminal Investigation Branch on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 1398 27/11/17.
Alternatively, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers andspeak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
