A man has been taken to hospital with lacerations to his upper body following an assault in north Belfast.

Police are appealing for information about the incident which happened in the Donegal Street area of the city at around 11.30am on Friday.

Officers observed a large group of people who dispersed when they arrived at the scene.

A man, aged in his 20s, was found with lacerations to his chin, his ear and his upper body, including his arm and his abdomen.

PSNI Detective Sergeant Kitchen said the victim was transported to hospital for medical treatment.

“It is not believed at this time that his injuries are life threatening,” they added.

“Our enquiries are ongoing, and we are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time, and saw what happened, to contact us.

“We are particularly appealing to anyone who might have captured any mobile phone footage to get in touch.

“The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 557 of 11/10/24.”