Man dies after shooting in north Belfast

A 33-year-old man has died following a shooting in north Belfast last night.
By The Newsroom
Published 16th Apr 2016, 09:32 BST
Updated 16th Apr 2016, 09:54 BST
A forensic officer on the scene of last night's fatal shooting in north BelfastA forensic officer on the scene of last night's fatal shooting in north Belfast
A forensic officer on the scene of last night's fatal shooting in north Belfast

The victim was shot three times in the leg in an alleyway in the Ardoyne area around 10.05pm on Friday.

He died later in hospital.

Inspector James Murphy said: “The victim was shot three times in the leg in an alleyway at Butler Place close to Elmfield Street at around 10.05pm last night.

Emergency services on the sceneEmergency services on the scene
Emergency services on the scene
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“He was taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital where later died from his injuries.

“We are keen to hear from witnesses or anyone with information regarding this heinous crime.”

Detectives can be contacted by calling the non-emergency number 101. Or if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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