28/11/2014

Investigation Into Belfast Shooting

An investigation has been launched into the paramilitary style shooting of a man in west Belfast.

The PSNI said a man in his 20s was grabbed by three masked men at around 18:00 on Thursday from the Donegal Road area in south Belfast. He was then driven to an alleyway in the Ladymar Walk area where he was shot in both legs.

His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Police have appealed for any witnesses to contact them.

(MH/JP)

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