POLICE are appealing for information following an incident which took place on Loch Promenade in Douglas, near to the junction of Walpole Avenue, at 3am today (Saturday).
A man was assaulted and has received head injuries. He is currently being treated at Noble’s Hospital and is in a serious condition.
Inspector Mark Newey said: ‘This is a very serious incident where a man has received significant injuries and I would like any witnesses who were in the vicinity around this time to come forward and help with the on-going enquiries.
‘Police understand that a man involved in this incident was picked up from that location by an unknown vehicle just after the incident and I am looking for the driver of that vehicle to come forward as well.
‘The matter is being investigated by officers from across the Constabulary, led by detectives from the criminal investigations department.’
Anyone who has information about this incident should contact Police Headquarters on 631212. A reward may be payable as a result of information.
You may also contact Isle of Man Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.