GMP Detectives are appealing for information following a firearms discharge in Manchester

Monday, 1 May 2023 13:00

By James Coneys-Murphy

At approximately 10:55pm last night (Sunday 30 April 2023) officers were called to reports of a suspected firearms discharge at a business premises on Kingsway in Manchester.

A male - described only as tall and slim - is reported to have entered the building and discharged a firearm twice before making off on a pedal bike.

No injuries have been reported and a scene remains in place whilst officers carry out their enquiries. No arrests have been made at this time.

Superintendent Paul Walker of Greater Manchester Police said: "Firstly, I want to reassure the local community that we believe this incident to be a targeted attack and there is no risk to the wider public.

"Thankfully no injuries were reported and we are following up a number of lines of inquiry to trace and arrest the person responsible.

"We have increased the number of patrol officers around the local area and if you have any concerns I would urge you to speak to them as they are on hand to help and reassure you.

"We are now appealing to members of the public who might have witnessed something or might have information that could aid our investigation to please come forwards and share it with us."

Anyone with information or footage - including CCTV, doorbell or dashcam - related to this incident is urged to contact GMP. You can do so by calling 0161 856 6051 or 0161 856 6063 and remember to quote log 3453 of 30/04/2023. You can also make a report via the LiveChat function on GMP's website: www.gmp.police.uk

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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