Teenager shot in legs by masked men in Belfast

Detectives are looking for witnesses to the suspected republican dissident paramilitary-style shooting

The suspected republican dissident paramilitary-style shooting happened around 9.20 pm in Monagh Drive when a 17-year-old male was shot.
The suspected republican dissident paramilitary-style shooting happened around 9.20 pm in Monagh Drive when a 17-year-old male was shot.

PSNI detectives have appealed for witnesses to come forward following a so-called punishment shooting in west Belfast.

The suspected republican dissident paramilitary-style shooting happened around 9.20 pm in Monagh Drive when a 17-year-old male was shot.

He sustained three wounds to his legs

Police said he was shot after a number of masked men forced their way into the house. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

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Detective Inspector Michelle Griffin appealed for anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone with any information to contact the police.

Gerry Moriarty

Gerry Moriarty

Gerry Moriarty is the former Northern editor of The Irish Times