Northern Ireland

Man shot in knee and foot in west Belfast

Police forensics investigating at the scene of a shooting at Burnaby Walk/Arundel Walk in the Grosvenor Road area of west Belfast
Police forensics investigating at the scene of a shooting at Burnaby Walk/Arundel Walk in the Grosvenor Road area of west Belfast Police forensics investigating at the scene of a shooting at Burnaby Walk/Arundel Walk in the Grosvenor Road area of west Belfast

A MAN was brought to hospital after being shot yesterday in west Belfast.

It happened at Burnaby Walk in the Grosvenor Road area of the city.

Police said it is believed the man sustained injuries to his knee and foot.

He was last night in hospital receiving treatment for his injuries.

Police received a report at about 5.55pm that a man had sustained gunshot wounds.

It is believed the man was rushed to hospital in a private car before officers arrived at the scene.

Detective Sergeant Keith Wilson appealed for anyone with information which could assist detectives with their enquiries to phone them in Musgrave on 101 quoting reference number 1785 13/01/20.

He also said information could be given anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.