The attackers fled in the direction of Saltown
A 55-year-old man is recovering after being viciously assaulted while out for a walk on the Bellewsbridge Road on Tuesday morning.
The incident happened between 1.45am and 2am. According to The Argus the individual was approached by two young men who asked him for a cigarette but before he could answer they set upon him, punching him and knocking him to the ground.
It is understood he received head injuries, with the attackers escaping with his moible phone and wallet, which contained a small sum of money.
He was later taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital for treatment.
Anyone who spotted the young men in the area at the time or know anything about the incident are asked to contact Dundalk Garda Station on 042 9335577 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
