MAN SHOT IN BOTH LEGS IN BRUTAL ATTACK IN FRONT OF SON

DETECTIVES  investigating a paramilitary-style attack in west Belfast last night, Saturday, October 12,  where a man was shot in both ankles in his home when his young son was present are appealing for witnesses and information.

Detective Inspector Kerry Brennan said: “We received a report at 10:40 pm that three masked men entered a house in the Brooke Drive area and shot the male occupant, aged in his forties, in both ankles.

“The man’s child ran to a neighbour’s house to raise the alarm.

“Police subsequently attended the scene, along with the NIAS who transferred the victim to hospital where he remains this morning to undergo surgery.

“This was a brutal attack and occurred in the man’s home while his young son was present.

“This young boy was placed in a reprehensible situation and has been left traumatised by the vicious and merciless actions of these thugs who hide behind masks.

“This is nothing short of emotional and psychological abuse of a child.

“Nothing gives these people the right to violate the human rights of people and their actions should be condemned by all.

“Those who are involved in these attacks do not represent the interests of this community, nor do they contribute anything to it.

“They do it to try and exert influence, or gain control of those they claim to represent.

“No one has the right to violate the rights of others.

“Our investigation is underway and we are working to establish a motive for this horrific attack.

“I want to take this opportunity to appeal to anyone with any information about this attack to pick up the phone and tell us what you know. I would also appeal to anyone who noticed three men in the area at around 10:35pm and leave at around 10:40pm to call our detectives at Musgrave on 101 quoting reference number 2027 of 12/10/19.

“Information can also be given anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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