Boy (16) charged with serious assault

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with grievous bodily harm in Co Tyrone.

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with grievous bodily harm in Co Tyrone.

A 21-year-old man is critically ill in hospital with head injuries following an attack at Scarffes Entry, Omagh, in the early hours of yesterday.

The accused will appear at Omagh Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday June 17th where the papers will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service (PPS).

The victim lives in the area and elected representatives have expressed concern. Scarffes Entry is in the town centre just off the main street.

PA

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