06/05/2016

Man Injured In West Belfast Shooting

A man is in hospital following a shooting incident in west Belfast on Friday morning, 06 May.

The shooting happened in the Distillery Court area.

The man's condition is unknown.

Police are currently in attendance at the scene.

No further information is available.

(JP/LM)

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