Man arrested over attempted gun murder

1 day ago

Georgie DockerNorth West

News image — Police remain St Joseph's Drive, Salford, where a man was arrested following a shooting on Sunday evening

Mat Trewern, BBC One police car and one police van can be seen on the road, where police tape has blocked off part of the residential street. A person in a full white forensics suit is in the foreground of the picture wearing a mask and head covering. — Police remain St Joseph's Drive, Salford, where a man was arrested following a shooting on Sunday evening

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after gun was fired in Salford.

A 36-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear after the incident in St Joseph's Drive at around 20:16 GMT, on Sunday, 1 February.

The man was arrested after a stand-off with armed police and remains in custody for questioning.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said there were no injuries, but that officers remained in the area on Monday morning as an investigation into the incident continued.

Mat Trewern, BBC Two police cars and one police van can be seen on the road, where houses can also be seen. — The suspect remains in custody for questioning as police investigations continue

GMP Det Supt Sim Moyles said: "We are treating this incident with the utmost seriousness.

"The use of firearms and acts of intimidation have absolutely no place in Greater Manchester, and we will not tolerate them.

"Our officers responded swiftly to protect the public, and our investigation will continue to ensure those responsible are brought to justice."

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