Four men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was seriously assaulted and struck by a car in Armoy, Co Antrim.
The 48-year-old victim was attacked outside a pub on Main Street in the village shortly after 1am.
A car was then deliberately driven onto the footpath, striking the man.
It is understood a number of bystanders were also assaulted by the four suspects before they fled the area in the vehicle.
The car was then located on the Coolkeeran Road, Ballymoney, at around 2.20am.
Police searched the area and four men found hiding in nearby gardens were arrested.
A PSNI detective said: "This was a vicious and violent attack and the victim has been left with some serious injuries, including some to his head and face.
"I am appealing for witnesses or anyone who may have captured footage, whether on dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone, to get in touch with us."
