16/08/2017

Man Arrested Over Paramilitary-Style Shooting In L'Derry

A man has been arrested in connection with a paramilitary-style shooting in Co L'Derry.

A 33-year-old man was shot in the legs and abdomen in the Lisfannon Park area on Tuesday, 08 August.

Police described the assault as "brutal and horrific".

The 43-year-old suspect was detained in L'Derry on Tuesday, 15 August.

(CD)

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