13/09/2019

Man Escapes Injury In Newtownards Shooting

A man has escaped injury after shots were fired at a house in Newtownards.

A property in the Upper Greenwell Street area was targeted in the early hours of Friday morning, 13 September.

While no injuries were reported, damage was caused to a downstairs window and the inside of the property.

The road remained closed between Inisharoan Court and Stanwell Road this morning to allow police investigations to continue.

Detectives are working to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact police on non-emergency line 101 quoting reference number 4 of 13/09/19.

Details can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.



(JG/CM)

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