Investigation launched after gunshot fired towards man in Fleetwood
It's reported a weapon was fired towards a man in his 20s
Police are appealing for information following a suspected firearms discharge in Fleetwood today (Tuesday, August 17).
Officers were called around 12.35am to a report a gunshot had been heard in Wansbeck Avenue.
It was reported a weapon, possibly a hand gun, had been fired towards a man walking in the street, with two men making off from the scene in a dark-coloured vehicle. The man, aged in his 20s, was not injured.
No arrests have been made.
Detectives are appealing for information and are keen to speak to anyone who saw the weapon being discharged, or who might have information about the offenders involved.
Det Supt Becky Smith, of Blackpool Police, said: “We have launched an investigation following a suspected firearms discharge in Fleetwood.
“The weapon, believed to be a hand gun, is thought to have been discharged towards a man in Wansbeck Avenue. It was reported two men then made off from the scene in a vehicle.
“We are particularly keen to speak to anyone who saw the gun being discharged or a vehicle leaving the area at speed after the incident. If you have any information about those involved, or saw anyone acting suspiciously in the Wansbeck Avenue area around the time of the offence, please come forward.
“Incidents of this nature are extremely rare, the police take them very seriously and we have a dedicated team of detectives working on the investigation.
“Patrols have been increased in Fleetwood and you should expect to see a substantial police presence in the area in the coming days.”