Man choked, punched and hit with metal bar during violent assault in Armagh

The attacker fled the scene before returning to throw a plant pot through a window

A man was choked, punched and attacked with a metal bar during an alleged violent assault in Armagh.

Police received reports regarding the incident at around 7.10pm on Monday, November 24, when a man in his 50s was reportedly assaulted in the Brookhill Crescent area of the town.

It is alleged that another man entered a property and attempted to choke the victim before punching and hitting him in the arm and hand with a metal pole.

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The attacker left the scene before returning a short time later when he threw a plant pot through a window and damaged a front door.

Officers attended the incident and arrested one man, who was verbally abusive to police, on suspicion of a number of offences. He remains in police custody at this time.

Sergeant Bigger said: “A report was received at approximately 7.10pm on Monday, 24th November that a man, aged in his 50s, had been assaulted in the Brookhill Crescent area. “It’s understood the suspect entered the property and grabbed the victim round the neck – attempting to choke him. “He continued to be aggressive and punched him – before picking up a metal bar and swinging it at him, striking him to his arm and hand. “He left the scene and returned a short time later – throwing a plant pot through the window, and causing damage to the front door.” Sergeant Bigger continued: “Officers attended the scene and attempted to detain the suspect who resisted arrest, and was verbally abusive towards police. “The 34-year-old was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including common assault, criminal damage, resisting police and disorderly behaviour. “He remains in custody at this time as enquiries continue. Anyone who witnessed what happened is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1325 24/11/25. “A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport “Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”

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