Firearm incident Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
AMAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a shooting in Kingswood.
Police confirmed a man suffered multiple injuries, including two gunshot wounds, following an incident on Baxter Close, at around 2pm on Monday.
He remained in hospital yesterday but his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, and remained in police custody yesterday.
And the man who suffered gunshot wounds has been arrested on suspicion of affray.
Witnesses told officers they saw a number of men attacking the victim before fleeing the scene in vehicles.
Police have been scouring through CCTV footage and conducting door-to-door enquiries as they attempt to piece together what happened.
Avon and Somerset Police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward, and a cordon remains in place around Baxter Close as specialist officers examine the scene.
Detective Chief Inspector James Riccio said: “We’re treating this incident very seriously and a team of officers and police staff have worked throughout the night to find those involved.
“A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and is in police custody while the man who presented at hospital has also been arrested on suspicion of affray.
“Detectives from our Major Crime Investigation Team are now leading the investigation and con
tinue to gather evidence and trace a number of other men believed to be involved.
“House-to-house enquiries have been carried out and we’re examining a range of digital material, including CCTV from the area.
“As part of our inquiry we’re keen to talk to anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have information about it who hasn’t yet spoken to police.
“We’d also appeal to anyone who has footage or images of the events to share them with us.”
He added: “While we believe this is an isolated incident involving people known to each other we
appreciate the worry this may cause the community.
“Incidents involving firearms are thankfully extremely rare in Avon and Somerset but should anyone feel concerned about the incident I’d encourage them to speak to their local neighbourhood team.”
Anyone with information is asked to submit it via the Major Incident Public Portal at https:// mipp.police.uk
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We’re keen to talk to anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have information about it who hasn’t yet spoken to police Detective Chief Inspector James Riccio