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21/05/2003
Man shot in both legs in paramilitary-style attack
A 20-year-old man has suffered injuries to both legs following a paramilitary-style attack in Co Down last night.
The shooting incident took place in Stirling Avenue, Newtownards at around 11pm.
It is understood that a number of items from the scene of the attack were subsequently removed for forensic examnation.
Anyone with information on the attack is urged to contact police in Newtownards on 028 9181 8080 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(MB)
The shooting incident took place in Stirling Avenue, Newtownards at around 11pm.
It is understood that a number of items from the scene of the attack were subsequently removed for forensic examnation.
Anyone with information on the attack is urged to contact police in Newtownards on 028 9181 8080 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(MB)
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