Man beaten by gang in north Belfast flat

He was punched in the face and threatened at knifepoint during the incident at Ross House in the Mount Vernon area at about 7.45pm on Sunday.

The victim’s sister, who had called to the address, was held in a bedroom but was unhurt.

The gang were described as being in their 30s and wearing hooded tops. They spoke with local accents.

Detective Inspector Peter Mullan has appealed for anyone with information to contact officers at Musgrave police station on 101.