31/03/2015

Man Shot In Face Discharged From Hospital

A man who was shot in the face in north Belfast on Sunday night has been discharged from hospital.

The victim had to undergo emergency surgery following the attack.

Two men forced their way into the man's home in St James Mews, and as he tried to get away, he was shot in the face.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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