3 Teenagers arrested after man shot in Derby
Police were called to Mackworth area last night.
Three teenagers are being questioned over reports of a shooting in the Mackworth area of Derby last night (14th SEPT).
A man in his 30s was found seriously hurt on Ilford Road at around 7.10pm.
He had wounds to his stomach and was taken to hospital, where he remains in a serious but stable condition.
A second man suffered a cut to the head after it is believed he was assaulted nearby.
The boys, one aged 17 and two aged 15, from Derby, are currently in police custody.
Patrols are being stepped up in the area.
Chief Superintendent Dave Cox, who is charge of policing in Derby, said:
“I understand that this incident will be of significant concern to the community.
"Firearms offences in Derbyshire are rare, and a specialist team of detectives are investigating the events of last night.
“There will be more police in Mackworth today and I ask that anyone with any information please contact us as soon as possible.
"We are currently reviewing our patrol strategies as it is extremely important that residents of Derby feel safe in their communities.”