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27 Sept 2025

Man arrested following assault of man in Derry

The injured man was taken to hospital for treatment of injuries to his head

Man arrested following assault of man in Derry

Detectives are appealing for witnesses following the report of an assault in the John Street area of the city yesterday afternoon (Friday, September 26).

A PSNI spokesperson said: "Police received a report that a man had been assaulted in the John Street area on Friday afternoon by at least two men.

"He was taken to hospital for treatment of injuries to his head.

"One man has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

"Enquiries are ongoing and police would appeal to anyone who was in the area on Friday afternoon from 4.00pm to 6.00pm and who may have witnessed any assault or anyone who has any information in relation to the incidents to contact 101 quoting reference number.

"A report can be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport . Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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