05/03/2024

Man Injured After Shots Fired At House In Rathfriland

An investigation has been launched after shots were fired at a house in Rathfriland in the early hours of this morning, Tuesday, 05 March.

Police received a report that two shots had been fired through the front window of a house in the Wright's Park area at around 12.35am, causing minor injuries to a man who was in the living room at the time.

Three other people were also in the property at the time of the incident, but were not injured.

Detective Sergeant Wilson said: "An investigation has commenced and we are keen to speak to anyone who was in the Wright's Park area at this time. Anyone who noticed any suspicious activity, or who may have dashcam or doorbell footage which could help the investigation, should contact Police on 101 quoting referewnce 42 of 05/03/2024."

You can also submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/

Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online atvcrimestoppers-uk.org

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