14/03/2016

Man Shot In Co Tyrone

A man has been arrested following a shooting incident on Cookstown, Co Tyrone.

A 33-year-old man is being treated in hospital after being shot in his foot in the Queens Avenue area shortly after 3.25am on Saturday.

His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

Police recovered a firearm and a 57-year-old man remains in custody.

Detective Inspector Will Tate said: "Anyone who witnessed this incident, or who has any information about it, is asked to contact detectives at Cookstown Police Station on the non-emergency number 101.

"Or if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111."

(CD/JP)

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