Menu
11/12/2002
Man injured in paramilitary-style shooting
A man is being treated in hospital after he was injured in a paramilitary-style shooting in west Belfast.
The 23-year-old man was abducted and forced into a car by a gang of four men whilst walking along the Whiterock Road last night.
He was then taken into the Ballymurphy estate where he was shot in both ankles before being dumped in the garden of a house at Dermott Hill Gardens.
The victim was discovered at around 9.40pm and taken to hospital a short time later.
Detectives have appealed for anyone with information to contact them.
(GMcG)
The 23-year-old man was abducted and forced into a car by a gang of four men whilst walking along the Whiterock Road last night.
He was then taken into the Ballymurphy estate where he was shot in both ankles before being dumped in the garden of a house at Dermott Hill Gardens.
The victim was discovered at around 9.40pm and taken to hospital a short time later.
Detectives have appealed for anyone with information to contact them.
(GMcG)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
25 January 2024
Leaders Urged To 'Show Courage' And Reach Agreement
The SDLP has called on political leaders to "show courage" and reach an agreement to restore the Stormont institutions in the coming days. Leader Colum Eastwood MP was speaking in the House of Commons as MPs discussed the Northern Ireland (Executive Formation) Bill.
Leaders Urged To 'Show Courage' And Reach Agreement
The SDLP has called on political leaders to "show courage" and reach an agreement to restore the Stormont institutions in the coming days. Leader Colum Eastwood MP was speaking in the House of Commons as MPs discussed the Northern Ireland (Executive Formation) Bill.
27 March 2024
Health Minister To Seek Deferral Of All Hospital Parking Charges
Health Minister, Robin Swann, has announced that he will seek a deferral to legislation to remove all hospital parking charges from 12 May, 2024. Minister Swann said that he will ask the Assembly to defer the measure for a two year period.
Health Minister To Seek Deferral Of All Hospital Parking Charges
Health Minister, Robin Swann, has announced that he will seek a deferral to legislation to remove all hospital parking charges from 12 May, 2024. Minister Swann said that he will ask the Assembly to defer the measure for a two year period.
02 May 2024
Health Minister Welcomes Innovative New Hospital Services
Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the progress being made on the development of innovative new services, designed to help reduce waiting lists and improve patient care.
Health Minister Welcomes Innovative New Hospital Services
Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the progress being made on the development of innovative new services, designed to help reduce waiting lists and improve patient care.
08 May 2017
Man Injured In Lurgan Shooting
A man has been injured in a shooting in Lurgan, Co Armagh. Two shots were fired at a house in the Ashleigh Crescent area just before 11pm on Sunday, 07 May. The man sustained a cut to his neck. Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
Man Injured In Lurgan Shooting
A man has been injured in a shooting in Lurgan, Co Armagh. Two shots were fired at a house in the Ashleigh Crescent area just before 11pm on Sunday, 07 May. The man sustained a cut to his neck. Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
16 August 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.
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.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:All parts will have a dry day. A lot of cloud expected through the day. A little brightness breaking through at times along the coast. Maximum temperature 16 °C.Tonight:This evening will be dry. The rest of the night will remain dry with variable amounts of cloud and some clear periods. Light southwesterly winds. Minimum temperature 10 °C.
