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27/06/2023
PSNI Appeal For Information On West Belfast Shooting
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information and witnesses following a shooting incident in West Belfast.
It was reported to the police at 11:05pm on Monday 26th June, that a man in his thirties was shot in the leg and found in the Divis Street area of West Belfast. Officers attended the scene as well as the Ambulance service. The man was treated at the scene before being transferred to hospital.
Detective Sergeant Alexander said: "This shooting is a clear violation of the victim's human rights. Everyone has the right to live their life free from the threat of violence.
"There is no justification for this type of attack. Those responsible place not just the victim at risk, but also the wider community.
"Our enquiries are ongoing, and we would appeal to anyone with information to contact us on 101 quoting reference 2271 of 26/06/23.
"Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via
www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
"You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/."
(RP)
It was reported to the police at 11:05pm on Monday 26th June, that a man in his thirties was shot in the leg and found in the Divis Street area of West Belfast. Officers attended the scene as well as the Ambulance service. The man was treated at the scene before being transferred to hospital.
Detective Sergeant Alexander said: "This shooting is a clear violation of the victim's human rights. Everyone has the right to live their life free from the threat of violence.
"There is no justification for this type of attack. Those responsible place not just the victim at risk, but also the wider community.
"Our enquiries are ongoing, and we would appeal to anyone with information to contact us on 101 quoting reference 2271 of 26/06/23.
"Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via
www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
"You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/."
(RP)
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