28/10/2014

Other News In Brief

Three Arrested Over Gun Attack

Three men have been arrested by police investigating a gun attack at a property in north Belfast last month.

A couple and their three children managed to escape injury when their home at Velsheda Court was attacked in September.

On Monday (27 October), three men, aged 31, 33 and 41, were arrested during searches at four properties in the north and west of Belfast.

The 31 and 41-year-old have since been released.

A 33-year-old man is still being questioned by police.

Man Injured By Falling Tree

A man has been treated in hospital for injuries he sustained from a falling tree.

The tree fell on him on Monday night, in the Killyleagh Road area.

His condition is currently unknown.

No further details are available.

Suspected Firearm Recovered In Lisburn

Police have said a suspected firearm has been discovered in Lisburn.

The item was found shortly after 2pm on Monday (27 October) in the Flowbog Road area.

It is understood the firearm was found during a planned search.

Army technical officers at the scene examined the weapon. It has since been removed for further examination.

Girl Critical Following Crash

A 12-year-old girl is in a critical condition after being struck by a car.

The incident happened on the Prince William Road in Lisburn at around 9.45pm on Monday.

The driver of the car involved in the accident was not injured.

Any witnesses are asked to contact police.

(JP)

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