Write a commentInvestigations are continuing following a shooting incident in Newry just before midnight last night, Wednesday 22 August. Shots were fired at a house in Barcroft Park with some entering through the front window. Four people were inside at the time but none were injured. Police are working to establish a motive.
Speaking about the incident Inspector Frances McCullough said: “At around 11.45pm last night, it was reported that a volley of shots had been fired at a house in Barcroft Park.
A number of the shots entered the living room through the front window however fortunately none of the four adults inside were struck. All were left extremely shaken but otherwise uninjured. We are working to establish a motive for this appalling attack and I am appealing to anyone with information to please get in touch with us by calling 101.”
The incident has been condemned by local politicians and comunity representatives.
MP Mickey Brady speaking about the attack said "This appears to be a reckless attack and must be condemned by all. Anyone with information about this criminal attack should bring it forward to the police”
Newry Councillor Michael Savage added “Whatever the motivation for this attack, I condemn it in the strongest possible terms.
“We could very easily be dealing with a murder this morning. There are young families and elderly residents living in this street and they could have been caught up in this. My thoughts are with the victims of the attack who are very badly shaken by what happened.
“The people of Barcroft have worked very hard to build community spirit in recent times and there is a real sense of togetherness in the area and this incident is no reflection on life in Barcroft. This was a senseless and mindless attack that has no place on the streets of Barcroft or indeed our city.”
Justin McNulty, MLA for Newry and Armagh commented “Reckless attacks like these are wholly unjustified and have no place in our society.
“It is a miracle that the four adults in the house escaped injury. I would appeal to anyone with information to contact crimestoppers on 101.”
Commenting on the incident the Chairperson of Barcroft Community Association, Darren Thompson said “Whoever, carried out the attack on this house showed a total disregard for the occupants and other local residents. Local people are angry about this reckless incident. It is too early to speculate about the background, but we unreservedly condemn those responsible.”
