Man injured in Bootle shooting

A man is recovering in hospital after a drive by shooting in Bootle.

It happened last night on Akenside Street at around 10pm.

"To use a firearm in the street is clearly incredibly reckless"

A shot was fired from a silver Ford Focus that pulled up alongside the victim in his 20s.

The car is believed to have driven off along Akenside Street in the direction of Derby Road.

The motive for the attack is currently unclear and an investigation is underway.

Chief Inspector Diane Pownall said:

“An investigation into the full circumstances surrounding this incident is underway. I would appeal to anyone who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously in and around Akenside Street shortly before or after the incident to contact us, as any information they have could be vital to our inquiries.

"Likewise if you saw any light coloured cars in the area at that time, or have any home CCTV or dashcam footage, let us know. I can assure you that all information will be acted upon.

"To use a firearm in the street is clearly incredibly reckless and we are determined to find those responsible and bring them to justice.

"We need communities to stand together to get these cowardly individuals off our streets and take firearms out of circulation. We have acted and will continue to act on all information about such incidents, but we need you to help us build up the evidence against these offenders who are prepared to put our communities at risk so that we can make the streets safer for you and your families."