Man shot in knee in Co Antrim

shooting in Newtownabbey
Author: Nigel GouldPublished 19th Nov 2020
Last updated 19th Nov 2020

A man has been left with potentially life-changing injuries after being shot in Co Antrim.

He was attacked in the New Mossley area of Newtownabbey yesterday (Wednesday) evening.

The victim, who was in his 50s, was shot in the right knee.

Inspector Julian Buchanan of the PSNI said: "The man, aged in his 50s, has been taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries, which at this time do not appear to be life threatening, but have the potential to be life changing.''

Inquiries are at an early stage and he appealed for anyone with information to contact detectives.