POLICe are investigating a shooting incident at a house in North Antrim.

The brutal attack happened in the the Stranocum area outside Ballymoney on Saturday night, September 19.

Inspector Stephen McCafferty said: “We received a report at 10:20 pm that three men forced their way into a house in the area and shot a man, in his arms and legs.

“We are treating this brutal shooting as a paramilitary-style attack.

“This is despicable and should not happen in a civilised society.

“An investigation is underway and I would urge anyone with any information to call detectives on 101 quoting reference number 2308 of 19/09/20.

“Information can also be given anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”