Man hospitalised after suspected shooting in Great Wyrley

A man in his 20s is being treated for non life-threatening injuries

Field Lane in Great Wyrley
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 6th Aug 2024
Last updated 6th Aug 2024

A man in his 20s has been taken to hospital after a suspected shooting in Great Wyrley.

Officers were called to Field Lane at around 8:25pm last night (August 5) after locals heard what they thought to be a gunshot.

A man was found with back injuries at the scene. He is now in hospital but is said to be in a non life-threatening condition.

Detectives think four suspects were involved, leaving the area in a black car after the shooting.

Patrols in the area have been stepped up, but police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with CCTV to come forward.

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