09/06/2023

Appeal For Information On West Belfast Shooting

The PSNI have issued an appeal for information and witnesses following a shooting in west Belfast on Thursday 8th June.

A man, aged in his 20s, was taken into City Cemetery in the Falls Road area by two masked men and was shot in the foot. The incident occurred shortly after 10.30pm last night.

The victim was taken to hospital by our Northern Ireland Ambulance Service for treatment to his injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening at this time.

Sergeant McCrum said: "This shooting is a clear violation of the victim's human rights. Everyone has the right to live their life free from the threat of violence.

"There is no justification for this type of attack. Those responsible place not just the victim at risk, but also the wider community.

"Our investigation has just begun. We are appealing to anyone who was in the area last night who noticed anything suspicious, or who may have dash-cam or mobile footage that could help with our enquiries, to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 2231 of 08/06/23."

A report can also be made online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/

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