Ombudsman's son injured in attack

Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan's son was attacked

A son of the Northern Ireland Police Ombudsman, Nuala O'Loan, is being treated in hospital for serious injuries after an assault in Belfast.

The incident happened at Hillview Court, off the Oldpark Road in the north of the city, some time between 0330 BST and 0430 BST on Sunday.

The victim, who is in his early 20s, suffered a serious head injury and bruising to his face and body.

Police have not given any details of a motive for the assault.

Detectives have appealed for anyone with information to contact them.

Mrs O'Loan took up her post as ombudsman - investigating complaints against the police - in the summer of 2000.