A man was taken to hospital after being beaten by a hurl during a burglary in Dunmurry last night.
Shortly after 8:35pm, it was reported to police that a number of men forced their way into a house in the Chestnut Park area.
The victim, who was in his 20s, was inside the property at the time, was assaulted by the men. A hurl is believed to have been used during the assault.
The man was taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries, including lacerations to his head and a suspected fractured hand.
Detective Sergeant McCartan said: “Enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and we would appeal to anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area at the time, to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 2046 07/11/22."
