Man from Greater Manchester dies after being shot in Merseyside
A 21-year-old man was shot last night.
A 21-year-old man from Greater Manchester has died following a shooting in Merseyside.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident in Assissian Crescent, Netherton, on Thursday evening.
Emergency services were called to the street at about 8pm where the man, whose name hasn't been released, was found injured.
He was taken to hospital where he later died.
The shooting comes amid concerns over a rise in violent crime in parts of the country.
Appealing for witnesses, Merseyside Police said: "We can confirm officers are in attendance in Netherton following a fatal firearms discharge.
"Emergency services were called to Assissian Crescent at around 8pm following reports that a male had been shot.
"On arrival, officers found a male with injuries consistent with a firearms discharge.
"He was taken to hospital but was sadly pronounced deceased a short time later.''
Officers remained at the scene on Thursday night as forensics teams gathered evidence.
Anyone with information on the incident or the offender is asked to contact Merseyside Police social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook Merseyside Police CC.
They can also call 0151 777 8706 or 101 quoting incident reference 921 of 7/6/18 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111