Attacker slashes man across throat in Antrim

A man (30) has suffered serious injuries after being attacked in his home in Antrim last night.

A man (30) has suffered serious injuries after being attacked in his home in Antrim last night.

The man was slashed across the neck and also suffered stab wounds to his hand and wrist in the attack at Portleigh Walk shortly before midnight.

The attacker, who may have been trying to rob the man, fled on foot. It is believed the attack was not sectarian- nor paramilitary-related.

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