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24/07/2019
Arrest Over West Belfast Shooting
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting in west Belfast.
The incident on the Springfield Road on Monday evening, 22 July, saw the victim targeted as he left a chip shop. He was chased and shot by the gunman a number of times.
The man was arrested in west Belfast on Tuesday and taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning.
It is understood the victim remains in hospital after he was initially reported to be in critical condition.
Anyone who witnessed the shooting or may have dash cam footage is urged to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 1885 of 22/07/19. Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(JG/CM)
The incident on the Springfield Road on Monday evening, 22 July, saw the victim targeted as he left a chip shop. He was chased and shot by the gunman a number of times.
The man was arrested in west Belfast on Tuesday and taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning.
It is understood the victim remains in hospital after he was initially reported to be in critical condition.
Anyone who witnessed the shooting or may have dash cam footage is urged to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 1885 of 22/07/19. Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(JG/CM)
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