Man charged with attempted murder after shooting of an off-duty PSNI officer in Co Antrim

The 29-year-old man has been charged with a number of offences, including attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

A 29-YEAR-OLD man has been charged with attempted murder in connection with the shooting of an off-duty PSNI officer in Co Antrim.

The incident happened in the Beverley Road area of Newtownabbey at around 9.30pm on Monday, 6 January.

An off-duty PSNI officer was injured in the shooting incident and taken to hospital.

It is believed that the officer’s personal protection weapon was used during the incident.

The off-duty officer has since been discharged from hospital and a PSNI spokesperson said he “continues to be supported by colleagues as he recovers”.

The 29-year-old man has been charged with a number of offences, including attempted murder, false imprisonment and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

He is due to appear before Belfast Magistrates’ Court tomorrow.

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