Police firearms officers deployed in Toothill

Officers state it was an isolated incident

Author: Chris TatePublished 10th Oct 2021

Police were called after a report of a shooting at an address in Toothill last night.

At approximately 9.40pm firearms officers were deployed to an address on Warneford Close. Nobody was injured in the incident.

Police believe the victim and the suspects were known to each other and that this was an isolated incident.

Enquiries are continuing and a scene will remain at the address while police continue their investigations.

Detective Chief Inspector Helen Jacobs said: “We are in the very early stages of this investigation but urge anyone with any information to come forward.

“An incident like this in a residential street is a reckless and dangerous act and it is fortunate that we are not dealing with a serious tragedy as a result of these actions.

“We’d like to reassure the public that we are working tirelessly to bring those responsible to justice and there will be an increased police presence as a result.”

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