Man attacked by masked gang treated for severe facial and back injuries

Police are appealing for information following a serious assault in Derry at around midnight on Friday, August 29.

Inspector O’Donnell said: "We received a report from our colleagues at Northern Ireland Ambulance Service that had man had sustained serious injuries in the Waterloo Street area.

"Police attended and spoke with the man and a number of witnesses, who alleged that the man, aged in his 30s, had been set upon by a group of nine masked men, dressed in dark clothing.  

"He was taken to hospital for treatment, where it was established that he had sustained severe facial and back injuries."

Inspector O’Donnell continued: "We would appeal to anyone who may have noticed any suspicious behaviour in the area either late on Friday, or in the early hours of Saturday 30th, to make contact with us. 

"We would also be keen to hear from anyone who may have dashcam, CCTV or other footage.

"You can contact police on 101, quoting reference 23 of 30/08/25." 

You can also report online at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/  or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org