Man attacked with bottle after trouble at Newry Showgrounds
Violence breaks out in car park after football match
Two men have been injured, one with a bottle, and a number of cars damaged after a disturbance at a football match.
Trouble broke out in the car park at the Newry showgrounds after their game against Portadown last night.
Police say they are working with both clubs to establish what happened.
Sergeant Michael Gallagher said: “We received a report that a number of vehicles had been damaged in the Showgrounds’ car park and that one man had been injured with a bottle.
"Another man was reported to have been injured in a fall from the roof of a car.
"The NI Ambulance Service also attended and treated one person at the scene.
"Another was taken to hospital for treatment to injuries that are not thought to be life-threatening.
"Police will be working alongside both football clubs with the aim of identifying those involved.
"If you believe you can assist us with our enquiries, please contact 101 and quote reference number 1679 of 20/4/18."
He 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."