At 00:24hrs on Wednesday (20) morning a man was attacked by approximately 5-7 males in the vicinity of the junction of Eastern Avenue and North Church Street.

Authorities received a report of a fight at the location.

The police responded and upon arrival no persons were seen. The victim was located in the Watler’s Road area and reported being attacked and beaten.

The assailants demanded money and assaulted him in the process. Nothing was taken; however, he was injured.

The victim refused transport to hospital by ambulance and was escorted to the GTH by the police where he was treated and released.

The matter is under investigation.

Anyone who has information on this or any other incident is asked to call 949 7777 or 800 TIPS.