Man (30s) shot in both legs by masked men in Derry

The incident happened at around 8.45pm this evening.

By Stephen McDermott Tuesday 8 Oct 2019, 11:14 PM

Oct 8th 2019, 11:15 PM 13,129 Views 18 Comments

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The incident happened on Margaret Street at around 8.45pm this evening

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The incident happened on Margaret Street at around 8.45pm this evening

Image: Google Street View

A MAN IN his 30s has been injured after he was shot in the legs at a house in Derry this evening.

The incident happened at around 8.45pm, when two masked men entered a property on Margaret Street in the Waterside area of the city.

The man was shot in both legs, and was later treated for his injuries.

In a statement, the PSNI issued an appeal for witnesses or information about the shooting to contact them at Strand Road or by contactin Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Man (30s) shot in both legs by masked men in Derry