02/10/2002

Teenage boy shot in north Belfast

A teenager has been taken to hospital following a paramilitary-style shooting in north Belfast last night.

The 16-year-old boy, who was shot in both knees, was found in Ashfield Gardens at around 8pm.

Police have appealed for witnesses to come forward.

(GMcG)

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