24/09/2021

Man Shot In Both Legs In Dundonald

The PSNI have issued an appeal for information following a shooting incident in Dundonald.

At about 8.30pm last night, a man was shot in both legs in the Kilberry Park area of the Ballybeen estate.

The man remains in hospital.

According to reports, the incident has been described as a "scandalous and barbaric attack" by DUP MLA Robin Newton.

Anyone with information about the incident, and in particular anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious is asked to contact police.


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