15/09/2017

Man Arrested Over Larne Incidents

A man has been arrested in connection with a number of incidents in Larne.

The 23-year-old suspect has been detained on suspicion of attempted murder, possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, hijacking and aggravated vehicle taking.

A car was hijacked and shots fired at a property in Co Antrim on Monday, 11 September.

Police believe the attacks are linked to a loyalist feud.

(CD/LM)

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