A man has suffered what have been described as “potentially life changing injuries” after a shooting and aggravated burglary in Co Londonderry.
Police said the shooting took place at a house in the Mettican Road area of Garvagh.
They confirmed two men at the property were attacked by a number of people wearing balaclavas and one victim was shot in the arms and legs.
PSNI Detective Chief Inspector O’Loan said: “Detectives are investigating a report of an aggravated burglary shortly before 9pm yesterday, Tuesday 15th October.
“It was reported that two men at the property were attacked by a number of suspects, wearing balaclavas. One victim has sustained a number of gunshot wounds to his arms and legs.
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“The two injured parties were taken to hospital for treatment for their injuries. The victim of the shooting has serious and potentially life changing injuries.
“Our enquiries are ongoing, and we are appealing to anyone who may have any information which might assist us or who noticed anything suspicious, to call 101, and quote reference number 1668 of 15/10/24.”
News Catch Up – Wednesday 16 October