Man injured in Warwickshire following shooting

Warwickshire Police has warned of a road closure in Atherstone, and to avoid the area.

Author: Lia DesaiPublished 12th Sep 2023
Last updated 12th Sep 2023

There is a large police presence and a road closure in Atherstone, following a report of a shooting on Stratford Avenue yesterday.

A man has suffered injuries to his leg but are not thought to be life threatening at this time.

Any witnesses or anyone with information are being urged to go to www.warwickshire.police.uk/report or call 101 quoting incident 274 of 11 September.

People with dash cam, doorbell or CCTV footage from the area are also asked to contact Warwickshire Police.

Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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