Man arrested by police investigating report of Co Tyrone Boxing Day assault released on bail

The victim, a man in his 50s, was attacked with a metal grate in the the Main Street area of Ballygawley shortly before 7pm on Boxing Day. Credit: UTV

A 50-year-old man who was arrested by police investigating a report of an assault which occurred in Co Tyrone on Boxing Day has been released on bail to allow for further enquiries.The victim, a man in his 50s, was attacked with a metal grate in the the Main Street area of Ballygawley shortly before 7pm on Boxing Day.He was taken to hospital with a serious head injury.Police have said his injuries are not believed to be life threatening at this time.

Enquiries are continuing.

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