Woman attacked with hammer in south Belfast

Man tries to steal handbag in Lisburn Road attempted robbery

PSNI
Published 18th Feb 2017
Last updated 18th Feb 2017

A woman was hit repeatedly on the arm after refusing to hand over her handbag.

It happened shortly before 11 on Friday evening outside a restaurant.

The man made off empty handed along Lower Windsor Avenue.

Police are appealing for witnesses.