Police area appealing for information after a man received injuries from a “sharp weapon” following an assault and attempted robbery in Craigavon.
The incident happened in the Tullygally Road area shortly before 9.45am on Monday when a man in his 40 was walking through an underpass.
A PSNI spokesperson said the victim was approached by a man who had been standing in the underpass with another male.
”One of the suspects, believed to be around six foot, of skinny build and wearing dark clothing, approached the victim from behind and placed a hand on his shoulder. He then demanded any valuables that were on him,” the spokesperson said.
”As the victim attempted to free himself and raise the alarm, the suspect assaulted him with a sharp weapon, causing non-life-threatening injuries to his stomach and thigh area. The suspect made off from the scene, with the other man.”
They added: ”Our enquiries are ongoing and I would appeal to anyone who may be able to assist with our investigation to contact us on 101, quoting reference 432 11/03/24.
”We are especially keen to hear from anyone who was in the Tullygally Road area near Aldervale flats between 9am and 9.30am, and noticed anything suspicious, to get in touch.”
