January 10, 2024
Maskey condemns brutal West Belfast killing

Sinn Féin MP Paul Maskey has condemned the brutal killing of a man in a shooting in the Greenan area of West Belfast on Tuesday night.

The West Belfast MP said: 

“There is shock in the local community after a man was shot dead in the Greenan area on Tuesday night. 

“This is a brutal killing and a family have now been left grieving as a result. 

“I unreservedly condemn it. There is no place for guns on our streets. 

“Cordons are still in place and people are advised to avoid the area at this time. 

“A murder investigation is now underway and I would urge anyone with information to bring it forward to the police.”

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