By Adam Evans
Detectives say a paramilitary style shooting in Derry Londonderry last night was "particularly horrific".
*Warning the article below includes an image of a blood stained trainer*
Chief Inspector Ivor Morton said: “This was a particularly horrific attack in our City and yet another example of how these criminal groups seek to control communities through fear and violence.
“The 41 year old victim sustained a serious gunshot wound to his right ankle after he was shot, we believe, in the vicinity of Creggan shops. We are keen to hear from anyone who saw or heard anything in the area around 7.45pm last night.
"We have taken the decision to release a photograph of the victim’s blood stained trainer to highlight the vicious nature of the attack."
CI Morton added, "I am appealing for anyone who was in the vicinity of Creggan Shops yesterday evening and who saw any suspicious persons or activity to contact Detectives at Strand Road on 101. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime."
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