Man attacked by six men armed with knives and hammers

The victim was taken to hospital where he received treatment for his injuries

Detectives are appealing for information after a man was attacked by six men in Newtownards, Co Down. Picture: Niall Carson/PA

A man has been injured after being attacked by six men armed with knives and hammers in Newtownards, Co Down, police said.

The incident happened outside a property in the Upper Movilla Street area of the town at about 2.20pm on Sunday.