A man was taken to hospital after being shot in both legs in west Belfast last night (Monday, 30 December).
The shooting happened at Divismore Park just before 8pm.
Police say two men entered the house and shot the man in both legs. He was taken to hospital for treatment.
An older woman was in the house at the time of the incident. She was not injured, however she has been left extremely traumatised.
Chief Inspector Gary Reid said attacks like this are reckless and involve a high and sustained level of violence.
“Those carrying out these attacks don’t care about the psychological damage they are causing to those they have injured or anyone witnessing these attacks.
“Those who are involved in violent criminal acts of this nature do not represent the interests of any community nor contribute anything to it. They do it to try and exert influence or gain control in communities,” he said.
And police are appealing for witnesses.
“I would appeal to anyone who has any information that could assist us with our enquiries to contact detectives at Musgrave on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 1815 30/12/19. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime,” added Chief Inspector Gary Reid.