13/03/2017

Man Shot In Carrickfergus

A man has been shot in Carrickfergus, Co antrim.

The victim was attacked in the Pinewood Avenue area on Monday, 13 March.

He has been taken to hospital to be treated for his injuries.

Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them.

No other information has been released.

(CD)

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