The man was arrested a short time after the incident
Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) stock image. Picture: Aodhan Roberts/Belfast Telegraph
A 34-year-old man is due in court tomorrow charged with a number of offences after a man in his 50s was assaulted with an iron bar and grabbed around the neck in Co Armagh.
The incident occurred at around 7.10pm on Monday (November 24) in the Brookhill Crescent area of Armagh.
PSNI Sergeant Bigger said: “It’s understood the suspect entered the property and grabbed the victim round the neck – attempting to choke him.
“He continued to be aggressive and punched him – before picking up a metal bar and swinging it at him, striking him to his arm and hand.
“He left the scene and returned a short time later – throwing a plant pot through the window, and causing damage to the front door.
“Officers attended the scene and attempted to detain the suspect who resisted arrest, and was verbally abusive towards police.”
Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) stock image. Picture: Aodhan Roberts/Belfast Telegraph
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The man has now been charged with two counts of common assault, non-fatal strangulation or asphyxiation, criminal damage and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place.
He has also been charged with disorderly behaviour, resisting police, and burglary with intent to commit grievous bodily harm and is due to appear before Newry Magistrates Court on Wednesday morning, November 26.
As is usual procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.