Man injured in leg in Belfast gun attack

Street sign The shooting happened in the Turf Lodge area on Thursday night

A man has been injured in a paramilitary-style shooting in west Belfast.

The 21-year-old was shot in the leg in the Downfine Park area of Turf Lodge at about 22:20 BST on Thursday.

He was taken to hospital for treatment where his condition is described as stable.

The police are appealing for information.

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