Boyle expresses shock following Coleraine shooting

Alliance Councillor Yvonne Boyle has expressed her shock after after a man in his 70s was shot five times by masked men in Coleraine.

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The man was attacked around 7:50pm yesterday (Thursday) in the Ballygallin Park area of the town when the men broke into his home. He was taken to hospital for injuries to his head and torso but his condition is not believed to be life-threatening.

“This attack was sickening and I condemn it in the strongest possible terms,” said Councillor Boyle.

“The local community is in complete shock following this incident. Those who carried it out do not represent anyone except themselves and their violence is not wanted in Coleraine or anywhere else

“My thoughts are with the man attacked and I hope he is able to make a full recovery. I urge anyone with information on this incident to contact police with it immediately.”