A TEENAGER in Co Down was rushed to hospital last night after he was shot once in the leg.
The 19-year-old was shot at around 8:40pm in the Ballyreagh Way area of Newtownards town yesterday evening, it has been confirmed.
PSNI officers attended the scene, together with colleagues from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service.
The teenager was subsequently taken to hospital for treatment for his injuries.
Detective Sergeant Westbury confirmed that the police investigation is at an early stage but he said anyone who may be able to assist in the probe should come forward.
He said: “There can be no justification for this type of violence.
“Those who are involved in this attack 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.”
Det Westbury added: “Our investigation is at a very early stage, and I would urge anyone who was in the area at the time, and who may have information, dash-cam, CCTV or doorbell footage which could assist with our enquiries, to get in touch on 101, quoting reference number 1548 28/01/25.
“A report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form or you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online.”
