Man seriously injured in Co Down 'machete' attack
Two men are being questioned on suspicion of attempted murder
By Grainne Ni Aodha, PA
A man has been seriously injured in Co Down in an attack police believe involved a machete.
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including attempted murder.
The incident took place in the Tipperary Lane area of Castlewellan on Saturday afternoon.
"At approximately 12.30pm, police received a report that a man had been attacked by two other men in the Tipperary Lane area of the town," Detective Inspector Ryan said.
"The victim had sustained serious injuries to his face, hands and legs after being assaulted with what is believed to have been a machete.
"The suspects made off from the scene but were later detained by officers in the Bunkers Hill area.
"The men, aged 30 and 60, were arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including attempted murder and remain in police custody at this time.
"I am appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the assault or to anyone with CCTV or other footage that could assist with inquiries, to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference 754 21/06/25."