Man arrested in connection with Belfast shooting is released

The victim was attacked in an alleyway near Westrock Gardens

A man who was arrested by police investigating a gun attack in a west Belfast alleyway has been released.

The victim, who is in his 30s, was shot in both legs near Westrock Gardens at about 22:30 BST on Saturday.

Police described the paramilitary-style attack as "brutal" and said the victim had suffered "potentially life-changing" injuries.

A 40-year-old man was arrested on Monday but was later released unconditionally.