15/04/2015

Man Escapes Injury During Shooting Attack In Co Armagh

A man has escaped injury after a shooting incident in Lurgan, County Armagh.

Shots were fired at the 61-year-olds home in the Derry street area in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

The front window and door were damaged.

The police have launched an investigation, however a motive for the attack has not been established.

(CD/MH)

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