Man shot in leg in Co Down

Detectives are appealing for information following the report of a shooting in the Kilcooley Estate area of Bangor on Friday night.

Detective Inspector Johnston said: “It was reported that at around 10.20pm a man was grabbed by two unknown persons, thrown to the ground and shot in the leg. A member of the public came across the injured male shortly after in the area of Drumhirk Drive.

“The victim, aged in his 40s, was transported to hospital by a member of the public, where he remains receiving treatment to injuries.

“Our enquiries are ongoing and I am appealing to anyone with information, or who may have noticed or heard any suspicious activity, to contact us on 101 quoting reference 2301 of 24/09/21.”

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