PSNI
Police are investigating a possible sectarian motive after two people needed hospital treatment following an assault by a group in Derry.
Detectives are appealing for information about disorder in the Spencer Road area of the city on Saturday evening.
The PSNI said shortly after 10.30pm officers were made aware a number of young people were involved in an altercation in the area.
It was also reported an object was thrown at two males who were inside a vehicle.
A PSNI spokesperson said: “The pair were then assaulted by the group and subsequently attended hospital for treatment for injuries received.
“Our inquiries are continuing and a sectarian motive is being treated as a possible line of inquiry.
“We would appeal to anyone with any information which might assist us, to get in touch. The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 1785 of 04/10/25.”
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