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Monday, 3 December 2018 - 10:50
Man hurt in Heerlen shooting; suspect arrested
A 31-year-old man was injured in a shooting on Jos Cuypersstraat in Heerlen on Sunday evening. The police responded to the scene at around 6:10 p.m. Two shots were fired at the man, the police said.
A suspect was arrested shortly after the incident. He did not resist, according to the police.
The victim was taken to hospital. The severity of his injuries is unclear.
A forensic investigation was done at the scene and the police spoke to witnesses and local residents. The motive for the shooting is still under investigation.