At one point during the assault, the gun was pointed at the child.
PSNI have arrested a man on Tuesday (29 March) in connection with a brutal assault and shooting in Strabane in Tyrone last month.
The 19-year-old victim was beaten with a baseball bat before being shot in the leg while in his home in Springhill Park at around 7.20pm on 9 February.
“This was a brutal attack on the victim who was at home with a family member, aged just 11 years old, when the gunmen struck,” Detective Sergeant Ballentine said.
“It was reported the gunmen also pointed a gun at the young boy.
“This sickening attack has left the victim with life-changing injuries along with having to deal with the trauma of what he experienced.
“I want to reiterate our appeal to anyone with information about this savage attack to call us.
“Think if this was your son, or brother or friend – how would you feel?
“If you have information, tell us. It may make all the difference to catching those responsible,” he added.
A 36-year old man has been arrested under the Terrorism Act and remains in custody.
Anyone with information is being asked to call 101, quoting reference 1668 of 09/02/22.
A report can also be made online by filling out the PSNI non-emergency reporting form.
Anyone with information can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.
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