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In a chilling and brutal incident that unfolded in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, a man was subjected to a horrifying attack that left him with potentially life-changing injuries. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has described this assault as “sinister” and “brutal.”
This attack occurred in the Bushmills area on Sunday morning. The victim, a man in his twenties, was found nailed to a fence, with a nail piercing through each hand. In a nearby public car park, two vans were set on fire and one of these vans belonged to the injured man. Officers also discovered graffiti on a nearby wall, which they believe is linked to the attack.
Detective Inspector Lyttle, from the PSNI, expressed outrage at this heinous act. He stated: “This was a sinister attack which has left this man with potentially life-changing injuries. Everyone has the right to live their life free from the threat of violence, and this brutal attack by people who violate the human rights of others must be universally condemned.”
The attack took place in a residential area, which also includes holiday homes,"This happened in a residential area with a number of holiday lets which would be busy during this bank holiday weekend and we are asking anyone who noticed anything or who may have dash cam footage to contact us urgently on 101 or confidently to Crime Stoppers.”
The PSNI emphasized that there is no justification for such violence in a democratic society. Those responsible for this brutality not only harm individuals but also undermine the safety and well-being of their own communities.
The victim suffered injuries to his nose in addition to the nails through his hands. He was rushed to the hospital, where his condition is not life-threatening, but the injuries may have lasting consequences.
The PSNI is appealing to the public for any information or footage related to this incident. “Our enquiries are ongoing and we would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time and has any information, including dash-cam or other footage, to contact police on 101 quoting reference 13 of 05/05/24.”
