Man sustains facial injuries in overnight attack

A male has been attacked while walking in Londonderry in the early hours of Saturday.

The incident happened in the Abbeydale area of Waterside at around 01:30 GMT.

The victim was seriously assaulted by two males, described as being dressed in all black clothing and carrying baton-like objects.

The victim sustained serious facial injuries, including fractures.

Officers are appealing for witnesses to contact them.