A 43-year-old man and 37-year-old woman have been arrested after a postman was left with 'significant facial injuries' following an assault.
On Thursday afternoon, the postman was struck repeatedly on the face as he delivered mail in the Brianswell Close area of Poleglass in Belfast.
He was subsequently taken to hospital where he was treated for his injuries, Belfast Live reports.
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Róisín Brown, Neighbourhood Policing Inspector in West Belfast said: “Police received a report shortly after 1.30pm that a postman, who was delivering mail in the area, had been assaulted.
“He was struck repeatedly to the face by a man and a woman, and fell to the ground where the assault continued.
“The postman required hospital treatment for significant injuries to his face as a result of this vicious assault. We know that an attack of this nature can also be mentally traumatising for the victim.
“This was a shocking and totally unprovoked attack on a public servant carrying out their duties and serving our local community."
Inspector Brown added that police quickly arrived at the incident and after two swift arrests at the scene, commenced a robust investigation to determine exactly what happened.
A 43-year-old man and a 37-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.
On Friday evening, police issued an update to say the pair have since been released on bail to allow for further enquiries. The investigation continues.
“We would appeal to anyone who was in the area and saw what happened, or has any CCTV or dash-cam footage to call us on 101, quoting reference number 1045 of 25/05/23," Inspector Brown added.
"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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