17/06/2003

Boy shot in throat with air gun

The Co Armagh woman has called for a ban on all air guns after her 12-year-old son was shot and injured by one of the weapons.

Neil McKee was shot in the throat by the gun in Portadown last night.

The incident occurred in the Obins Street area at around 9pm.

The boy's injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

Police are appealing for information following the incident.

(MB)

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