Man dead after Skelmersdale shooting
Police were called to Pimbo industrial estate last night
Last updated 10th Feb 2024
A man has died after a shooting on an industrial estate in Skelmersdale.
Police were called to Peel Road on Pimbo Industrial Esate at around 7:35pm last night where they found a man with serious gunshot wounds,
Despite the best efforts of emergency services 33-year-old Lenny Scott, from Prescothe man later died in hospital.
Officers believe the offender made off on a bike, possibly an e-bike or scrambler bike
Det. Ch. Supt, Pauline Stables, Lancashire Constabulary’s Head of Crime said: “This is a shocking incident that has resulted in a man losing his life.
“We have launched a major investigation, and we have a team of both detectives and uniformed officers and staff working on this enquiry to try and establish exactly what has happened, to identify a motive for this shooting and to identify and arrest the offender.
“Incidents like this are extremely rare in Lancashire but we have increased patrols in the area, and if you have any information or concerns, please don’t hesitate to approach an officer.
“We’re now appealing to you to ask for your help. After the shooting, the suspect made off on a bike, thought to be either an e-bike or scrambler bike, wearing black clothing with an orange high-vis jacket. If you noticed anyone matching this description, or have seen any abandoned bikes in the area, please tell us as you could provide some vital information to our enquiries.
“If you were in the area yesterday evening and saw or heard anything suspicious either then, or in the days before the attack, no matter how insignificant you may think it to be, please get in touch.”