Aodhan Roberts posted pictures on social media of the horrific injuries he received during ‘nasty assault’ in Derry at the weekend
The attack was on Aodhan Roberts who works as a photographer and videographer in the city for the Belfast Telegraph newspaper.
It was reported that Mr Roberts, aged in his early 20s, was subjected to an unprovoked assault at approximately 2 am which left him with horrific facial injuries.
The cowardly assailant ran from the area.
Sergeant Young said: “This was a nasty assault during the early hours of Sunday which has left the victim not just physically injured, but also distressed.
“Our investigation is ongoing, and we are appealing to anyone who may have been in the area at the time and witnessed the assault, or who may have relevant footage, to contact police on 101, quoting reference 180 of 05/11/23.”
Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/
Posting on social media with pictures of his horrendous injuries, Aodhan said: “On Sunday I spent 7 hours in A&E after being seriously assaulted in Foyle Street, #Derry.
“The attack was unprovoked, unexpected and totally random.
“The motive is not yet clear but the matter is now with the PSNI.
“I have suffered several injuries as a result.
“I will be taking a break from everything to try to physically and mentally recover.
“I want to note that I was not working when this happened.
“Now I’m just hoping for justice.”
In response, SDLP Foyle MP Colum Eastwood said: “God Aodhan, so sorry to hear this. It’s a horrible experience. Hope you’re ok.”
NUJ Irish Secretary Seamus Dooley posted: “So sorry to hear this. Mind yourself. Best wishes.”
Former Mayor of Derry and Strabane Councillor Sandra Duffy said: “Oh god Aodhan I am so sorry to hear that, completely awful, full solidarity with you.
“Wishing you a speedy recovery and if there’s anything that I can do to help please give me a shout x.”
We wish Aodhan a speedy recovery both physically and mentally.
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