The MP for Upper Bann has reported that the PSNI are currently investigating a shooting in Banbridge.

In a statement, police said they are currently at the scene of an ongoing incident in the Rathfriland Road area of Banbridge.

"The off-slip and on-slip to the A1 dual carriageway at the flyover are both closed,” police said. “The Drone Hill Road in Corbet is also closed with police in attendance. Will update in due course."

Speaking regarding the ongoing incident, Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart said: “Police are currently holding two scenes in the Banbridge area due to an ongoing incident. Police are currently investigating a shooting in which an individual has been wounded and is critically ill.

placeholder image — The PSNI has closed several roads after an incident in Banbridge.

"I would encourage anyone with any information to come forward to the PSNI either via 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800555111."Motorists are advised to avoid the Rathfriland Road and Drone Hill Road areas. Please allow the PSNI time and space to investigate this serious incident.”

So far, the PSNI have not publicly made any mention of a shooting in relation to the incident.