30/09/2016

Man Shot In West Belfast

A man has been shot in a paramilitary style attack in west Belfast.

The incident occurred on Bread Street just before 9pm on Thursday, 29 September.

The victim was shot in the legs and ankles and is believed to be in a stable condition in hospital.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

Sinn Fein MP Paul Maskey said: "There is no place for these type of actions in our society.

"Those responsible need to end their war against the community and stop these shootings immediately."

(CD)

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