19/09/2023

Man Shot In Both Legs In L'Derry

The PSNi in L'Derry have issued an appeal for information and witnesses after a man was shot in both legs in the city on the night of Sunday, 17 September.

It was reported to police, that just before 11.15pm a man, aged in his 20s, was found with a gunshot wound to each leg in the Marianus Park area.

Police have said that they believe two masked men were involved in the attack

Police received a report just before 11.15pm that a man had been located injured in the vicinity of Marianus Park. The victim remains in hospital.

Detective Sergeant Ballentine has issued an appeal for anyone with any information about the attack or anyone in the area around the time the man was found injured, and saw what happened or saw any suspicious activity to get in touch by calling 101, quoting reference number 1763 of 17/09/23. Information can also be given anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


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