Two men were shot in a targeted attack in Prescot, Merseyside, prompting a police manhunt. The incident, involving two men in their 20s sustaining gunshot wounds, led to emergency services swiftly responding to the scene on Pottery Lane this afternoon.
Merseyside Police confirmed the call at 2:50 pm and the injured men were swiftly taken to the hospital. Law enforcement officers are actively present in the area, conducting urgent CCTV, house-to-house, and forensic investigations.
Authorities are advising the public to steer clear of the vicinity as details regarding the motive and individuals involved in the shooting have not been disclosed.
Detective Superintendent Paul Speight emphasized the importance of quickly gathering information and urged the public to come forward with any footage or details. He stressed the need to collect all available evidence promptly as the investigation unfolds.
Speight stated, “Firing a weapon in our communities is a serious concern, especially in a residential area on a Sunday afternoon. We are committed to apprehending those responsible for this targeted attack.”
He further added, “Community cooperation has been instrumental in reducing gun crime in Merseyside, and we rely on that same support to assist in this case. If you have any information, please reach out to us directly or anonymously.”
For any information related to the incident, individuals are encouraged to contact the Merseyside Police social media desk or report it through their website or by calling 101 and quoting incident reference 572 of Sunday, May 24.