UPDATE: A 19-year-old man is fighting for his life in a hospital after being shot in the leg and back in Huyton, Merseyside, on November 7, 2023. Emergency services were alerted at approximately 8:50 PM following reports of gunfire outside a residence on Manley Road.
The victim received immediate medical attention at the scene before being rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Authorities have established a police cordon in the area, while detectives conduct door-to-door inquiries and review CCTV footage to gather evidence.
Chief Inspector Andy Hughes emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “We are still in the very early stages of an investigation and we are determined to find the person or people responsible.” He urged the local community to come forward with any information, noting, “Even the smallest of details could prove vital in our investigation.”
The shooting has sent shockwaves through the community, with Hughes asserting that residents will be “utterly appalled” by the incident. He reassured the public that police are taking this matter extremely seriously and are committed to tackling gun crime in the area.
Detectives are calling for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage from the vicinity around the time of the shooting to assist in the investigation. “Information from the public is vital if we are to break down the organized crime groups,” Hughes added, appealing for urgent cooperation from anyone who may have seen or heard anything.
As this story develops, community members and local officials remain on high alert. The investigation continues, with police striving to ensure the safety of residents in this residential area.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
