08/03/2005

Man found with gunshot wound to leg

A 33-year-old man has been found with a gunshot wound to his left leg following a paramilitary style attack on Monday.

The victim was found shortly after 8pm by ambulance crew in the Ballyduff Brae area of Newtownabbey.

Anyone who may have noticed any suspicious activity or who may have heard gun fire is asked to contact detectives at Newtownabbey on 028 9065 0222 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

(MB/SP)

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