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16/02/2006
Man shot in paramilitary style attack in east Belfast
Police in east Belfast are appealing for information after a man was shot in a paramilitary style attack last night.
The 27-year-old victim was in the Victoria Park area of the city when the incident happened.
He suffered a gunshot wound to his left leg and was taken to hospital where his condition is not thought to be life threatening.
Police were alerted to the shooting at around 8.55pm.
Detectives have asked for anyone who may have any information on the attack to contact them at Strandtown station on 0845 600 800 or on the Crimestoppers number on 0800 555 111.
(EF/SP)
The 27-year-old victim was in the Victoria Park area of the city when the incident happened.
He suffered a gunshot wound to his left leg and was taken to hospital where his condition is not thought to be life threatening.
Police were alerted to the shooting at around 8.55pm.
Detectives have asked for anyone who may have any information on the attack to contact them at Strandtown station on 0845 600 800 or on the Crimestoppers number on 0800 555 111.
(EF/SP)
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