Two men charged in Lenny Scott murder inquiry
The 33-year-old father-of-three was shot outside a gym in Skelmersdale
Last updated 6th Jun 2024
Detectives at Lancashire Police investigating the murder of Lenny Scott have this evening (Thursday, June 6th) charged two men with his murder.
Elias Morgan (25/11/1989), of Highgate Street, Liverpool and Anthony Cleary (24/02/1996), of Smithdown Lane, Liverpool were both charged following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service.
They have been remanded in custody to appear before Preston Magistrates’ Court tomorrow morning (Friday, June 7th)
Lenny’s family have been told of the latest development.
A 29-year-old woman from Liverpool arrested yesterday (Wednesday, June 5th) on suspicion of assisting an offender has been released on bail pending further enquiries.
Lancashire Police launched a murder investigation after 33-year-old father-of-three Lenny was shot outside a gym on Peel Road in Skelmersdale on Thursday, 8th February.
Despite the best efforts of emergency services, Lenny, from Prescot, sadly died later in hospital. Police say their thoughts remain with his loved ones who continue to be supported by trained officers.
Five other people have been arrested as part of our enquiries and are currently on bail.
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