26/08/2014

Investigation Launched Into 'Paramilitary Style Shooting'

The PSNI have launched an investigation after a man was shot in both legs on Sunday.

It is understood that a 24-year-old was in a "paramilitary style shooting" in Flax Street, north Belfast.

He is being treated in hospital, where his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

Anyone with any information about the attack has been urged to contact police.

(MH/CD)

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