10/06/2016

Police Appeal Following Paramilitary Attack In North Belfast

Police are appealing for information after a man was shot twice in each foot in north Belfast.

The incident happened in the Jamaica Road area on Wednesday, 09 June, at around 11pm.

Three men dragged the victim, aged 36, into an alleyway and carried out a paramilitary-style shooting.

He is being treated in hospital, however his injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

The gang were dressed in dark clothing and had scarves covering their faces.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD)

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