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02/08/2016
Investigation Launched Following Shooting Incident In Co Fermanagh
Police have launched an investigation following a shooting incident in Co Fermanagh.
One shot was fired into a contractor's van who was working at a hotel on Main Street at around 9.30am on Tuesday, 02 August.
No injuries were reported, however three men wearing balaclavas were seen fleeing from the scene.
Police believe the men made off in the direction of the Irish border and are working closely with An Garda Síochana.
Ulster Unionist Fermanagh & South Tyrone MP Tom Elliott said: "Belleek is a quiet Fermanagh border village and this incident will have come as a complete shock to the local community.
It is a reminder that we are still plagued by those who are intent on murder, attempted murder and disruption, and of dark days which we all want to put behind us.
"Bearing in mind the fact that the gang fled in the direction of the Republic, it is clear that this investigation will be a joint one between the PSNI and the Garda. I appeal to anyone who saw anything suspicious in Belleek around 09:30 this morning to come forward immediately and help catch this dangerous criminal gang."
Sinn Féin Councillor John Feeley said: "News that a shot was fired into a van belonging to a contractor who was working at the hotel and threats shouted to staff is worrying.
"There can be no place for these type of incidents in our society.
"Thankfully, no one was injured.
"I would call on anyone with information on this shooting to being it forward to the police."
(CD/LM)
One shot was fired into a contractor's van who was working at a hotel on Main Street at around 9.30am on Tuesday, 02 August.
No injuries were reported, however three men wearing balaclavas were seen fleeing from the scene.
Police believe the men made off in the direction of the Irish border and are working closely with An Garda Síochana.
Ulster Unionist Fermanagh & South Tyrone MP Tom Elliott said: "Belleek is a quiet Fermanagh border village and this incident will have come as a complete shock to the local community.
It is a reminder that we are still plagued by those who are intent on murder, attempted murder and disruption, and of dark days which we all want to put behind us.
"Bearing in mind the fact that the gang fled in the direction of the Republic, it is clear that this investigation will be a joint one between the PSNI and the Garda. I appeal to anyone who saw anything suspicious in Belleek around 09:30 this morning to come forward immediately and help catch this dangerous criminal gang."
Sinn Féin Councillor John Feeley said: "News that a shot was fired into a van belonging to a contractor who was working at the hotel and threats shouted to staff is worrying.
"There can be no place for these type of incidents in our society.
"Thankfully, no one was injured.
"I would call on anyone with information on this shooting to being it forward to the police."
(CD/LM)
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