Man taken to hospital following Newtownabbey shooting

It happened last night in Beverley

PSNI
Author: Chloe StjohnPublished 7th Jan 2025
Last updated 7th Jan 2025

A man has been taken to hospital following a shooting in Newtownabbey.

It happened in the Beverley Road area last night

A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of offences including attempted murder.

A PSNI statement last night said, “Police are currently at the scene of a shooting in the Beverley Road area of Newtownabbey.”

“One man has been taken to hospital. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.”

“A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of offences including attempted murder and remains in custody at this time.”

“Cordons are in place in the area and enquiries are continuing.”