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Tyrone assault in which metal grate was used investigated

The incident happened shortly before 7pm in Ballygawley
The incident happened shortly before 7pm in Ballygawley

A man has been arrested by police investigating an alleged assault, in which a metal grate was used, in Co Tyrone.

The incident happened shortly before 7pm yesterday outside a licensed premises in the Main Street area of Ballygawley.

The man, aged in his 50s, was taken to hospital with a head injury. His condition is understood to be non-life threatening.

Police investigating the incident arrested a man in his 50s on suspicion of attempted murder.

Investigations are ongoing and an appeal has been made for anyone with information to contact the PSNI on 101.