Ennis Comments on Warrenpoint shooting.
Sinn Féin South Down MLA Sinéad Ennis has said the community of Warrenpoint have been left shocked at news that a man has been murdered in a shooting in the area tonight.
The MLA said: “The community of Warrenpoint are shocked and stunned by this news.
“Our first thoughts are with the family of the victim.
“The PSNI have the area sealed off and I would appeal to anyone with information to bring it forward to assist the investigation.”
Police constable Jeff Boyce said: “Police have launched a murder investigation.
“At 7pm of Friday evening, police were called to a house on the Lower Dromore Road.
“If anyone has any information about this fatal shooting, please call the police inquiry line at 101 or phone the independent anonymous Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.