09/08/2005

Victim injured in overnight shooting

Police are appealing for information after a man was shot in Londonderry on Monday.

The victim was sitting in the front room of a house in Glen Galliagh Park when a shot was fired through the window.

He was immediately taken to hospital and treated for chest and face injuries, however, they are not believed to be life threatening.

Anyone who may have been in the area at around 11pm and noticed anything suspicious is asked to contact detectives at Strand Road on 028 9065 0222 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

(MB/SP)

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