Man shot four times in 'paramilitary style attack' in Londonderry
A man has been shot four times in a paramilitary style gun attack in Londonderry on Tuesday night.
Last updated 9th Aug 2017
It happened in the Lisfannon Park area shortly after 9.30pm.
The 33-year-old victim was taken to hospital with wounds to his legs and abdomen.
Police in Derry say four masked men were involved in what they are calling a 'brutal and horrific' attack and are appealing for the community's help.
Detective Sergeant Phelan said: “The victim was taken to hospital with wounds to his legs and abdomen. His injuries though serious, are not believed to be life threatening at this time.
"We believe four masked men were involved in this brutal and horrific attack and we would ask for the community’s help in identifying those individuals.
"Anyone with information can contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 1346 08/08/17. Alternatively the Crimestoppers charity can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111."