Belfast: arrest after assault of pregnant teenager

A 30-year-old man has been arrested after an 18-year-old pregnant woman was assaulted in south Belfast.

The incident took place in the Ormeau Road area, near Annadale Embankment, on Saturday.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "It was reported that at around 5.30pm, a man threatened the woman before snatching her mobile phone from her.

"He then grabbed her by the hair and threw her to the ground. It is believed that two males then intervened and managed to break up the assault and the woman was fortunately not injured.

"A 30 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of assault, criminal damage and threats to damage property and he remains in custody at this time."

Police are appealing for information and want to hear from the two men who intervened or anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident.

Those who can help who should contact them at Musgrave on 101, quoting reference number 1150 12/10/24. A report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.