DETECTIVES are investigating after a man had boiling water poured over him after he was kidnapped in north Belfast.

He sustained burns to his hand and back.

The 30-year-old was walking on Denmark Street early Friday morning when he was attacked, bundled into a car and driven to an address where he was further assaulted.

He sustained cuts and bruises to his head and body.

The victim was then returned to Denmark Street and dumped from the car.

Detective Sergeant Sloan is appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone with any information that can assist with the investigation to contact Detectives in Musgrave Police Station on 101 quoting reference number 227 of 12/05/17.

Information can also be passed anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.