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A man's been taken to hospital with potentially life changing injuries after being targeted in a paramilitary-style shooting in west Belfast.
The attack happened in an alleyway close to the Springhill Drive and Westrock Gardens area at around 10.30 last night.
Police have issued a fresh appeal for information.
Local Councillor Tim Attwood has condemned the act of violence:
Police have also described the attack as "brutal" and say it's yet another example of how criminal groups seek to control communities through fear and violence.
A man in his 30s was shot in both legs in the Westrock Gardens area of west Belfast around 10.30pm last night. He was taken to hospital for treatment. Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting reference number 1506 of 4/8/18.
— PSNI (@PoliceServiceNI) August 4, 2018
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