Tributes paid to Skelmersdale shooting victim Lenny Scott
He has been described as a "devoted dad" who "lived for his children"
Tributes have been paid to Lenny Scott, who was shot dead in Skelmersdale last Thursday.
A murder investigation has been launched after 33-year-old Lenny Scott was shot outside a gym on Peel Road. He was rushed to hospital but later died.
In a tribute, Lenny’s family said: “On Thursday 8th February our hearts were broken forever. Our Lenny was cruelly taken from us and we don’t understand why.
“Lenny was a devoted dad. He lived for his children. They were everything to him, as he was to them. He was a beloved daddy, son, grandson, nephew, cousin, friend and colleague.
“He was the biggest, funniest and most lovable person. He had such a big presence and would light up any room he walked into. His strength, laughter, hugs, sense of humour and banter were second to none.
“He always wanted to make a difference and do the right thing, to help and protect everyone he met and he had a real strong sense of duty and service which was shown by his time serving in the RAF. He loved animals so much, especially dogs. We were all so lucky to have him in our lives… to watch him grow into this strong wonderful man, loved by so many.
“We are so proud to receive all the wonderful messages and comments telling us just how many people adored Lenny and how they have all been impacted by his death."
Police arrested a man from Liverpool on suspicion of murder on Sunday morning. He is continuing to be questioned.
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.
Officers are continuing to appeal for information, and would like anyone who saw anything to contact them.