Teenager (19) shot in a leg in Co Antrim

A teenager (19) was shot in the upper thigh in a paramilitary-style shooting in Co Antrim last night.

A teenager (19) was shot in the upper thigh in a paramilitary-style shooting in Co Antrim last night.

The man was attacked in the Cairncastle area of Larne shortly after 11.30 p.m.

He was taken to the Antrim Area Hospital and treated for his injuries. A police spokesman said his condition is not serious.

The PSNI is asking anyone with information to contact them on: 028-2827 2266, or the Crime Stoppers line: 1800-555111.