04/12/2020

Man Shot In Both Legs In West Belfast

Police have issued an appeal for information following a shooting incident in west Belfast.

According to reports, a man, aged in his 30s, was shot in both legs in a "paramilitary-style attack" on Downfine Walk in Turf Lodge at about 20:10 last night.

Anyone with information about the shooting, or anyone who may have witnessed anything in the area, are asked to contact police.


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