Police are investigating after a man was “grabbed by two unknown persons, thrown to the ground and shot in the leg”.
The attack happened in Bangor on Friday night, the PSNI says.
Detectives are appealing for information following the ‘report of a shooting’ in the town’s Kilcooley Estate area.
Detective Inspector Johnston said: “It was reported that at around 10.20pm a man was grabbed by two unknown persons, thrown to the ground and shot in the leg. A member of the public came across the injured male shortly after in the area of Drumhirk Drive.
“The victim, aged in his 40s, was transported to hospital by a member of the public, where he remains receiving treatment to injuries.
“Our enquiries are ongoing and I am appealing to anyone with information, or who may have noticed or heard any suspicious activity, to contact us on 101 quoting reference 2301 of 24/09/21.”
The police added that witnesses can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
