Man in hospital after Stoke-on-Trent shooting

Police are investigating what happened.

Author: Matt MaddrenPublished 31st Aug 2023
Last updated 31st Aug 2023

A man's in hospital following reports of a shooting in Stoke-on-Trent.

It happened yesterday afternoon on Dawlish Drive.

The victim, a man in his 40s, suffered injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening.

Police have asked that people avoid the immediate area, unless absolutely necessary, to allow a full investigation to take place.

Officers are making house to house enquiries and to provide a visible reassurance to the local community.

No arrests have been made at this time.

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