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Police are investigating after a man sustained ‘puncture wounds’ in an assault at an East Belfast apartment.

Officers were called to the scene on the Newtownards Road at around 1.50am on Sunday morning.

A man in his 30s was taken to hospital, with injuries not thought to be serious.

A 35-year-old woman has been arrested.

Sergeant Scott Williamson said: “When officers arrived at the address, they found a man in his 30s who had sustained a number of puncture wounds to his shoulder.

“He was conveyed to hospital for treatment to injuries which are not thought to be life-threatening at this time.

“A 35-year-old woman was subsequently arrested at the scene on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent. She is currently in custody, helping with our enquiries.

“We would appeal to anyone who has information about this incident that could be useful to our investigation, to get in touch with police at Strandtown on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 123 of 7/1/18.

“Alternatively, 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.”