Hammer attack in North Belfast treated as attempted murder

Police in north Belfast are appealing for witnesses following an assault in the Enfield Parade area of the city where a where a woman was struck by a hammer. The incident was reported to police at around 10.45pm on Saturday night (8 April).

A woman in her 20s sustained facial injuries in the attack and was taken to hospital for treatment. A 35 year old woman was subsequently arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and taken to Musgrave station where she is currently helping police with their enquiries.

Detective Sergeant McPhillips said: “We would appeal to anyone who witnessed this incident or has information about it to contact police on the non-emergency number 101 quoting reference 1509 of 8/4/17.

“Alternatively, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”