Woman left with serious facial injuries after car gang attack three people in Derry

Police in Derry are trying to track down the culprits following the attack on the two women and a man in the Clon Daragh area at around 1.50pm on Saturday afternoon.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “It’s believed six assailants were travelling in a silver Audi A3 which was being driven erratically in the area. When the two female victims, who are both in their 20s, challenged the manner of the driving, the occupants of the Audi exited the vehicle and set upon their car, a Seat Toledo.

“A male in his 30s attempted to intervene and was also assaulted by the group before all six attackers left the area in the Audi.

“All three victims are being treated for their injuries with one woman having sustained serious facial wounds due to broken glass.”

Inspector Yvonne McManus is appealing for anyone who has any information to please get in touch. Officers are especially keen to speak to anyone who may have captured dash-cam or mobile phone footage. Please call 101, quoting reference 941 22/02/20.

Information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.

Ballyarnett SDLP Councillor Brian Tierney said: “I strongly condemn this attack which could have caused serious injury. This is a large residential area with lots of young families and children could have witnessed this attack. This is not reflective of the Derry and the people who live here.”

“I send my sympathies with those who were involved and wish them a speedy recovery.”

“Anyone with any information should come forward to the PSNI or Crimestoppers urgently.”