NOTTINGHAMSHIRE – A massive police manhunt is underway for a gunman after a brutal shooting left a man fighting for his life in a quiet Nottinghamshire town.
Armed officers and police dogs have been deployed in the search for Tom Phillips, 36, who is wanted in connection with the targeted attack on Dezi Freeman on Sutton Road in Kirkby-in-Ashfield.
The victim, Mr. Freeman, was discovered with a catastrophic gunshot wound and remains in a critical condition in hospital following the incident, which sent shockwaves through the local community.
Targeted Attack Sparks Major Police Operation
Nottinghamshire Police were scrambled to the scene at approximately 2:15 pm on Tuesday afternoon. Detectives believe this was a targeted assault and have assured the public that there is no wider threat, though the search for the armed suspect is urgent and ongoing.
Superintendent for the County, Claire Rukas, addressed the media, stating: "We are doing all we can to locate Tom Phillips and would urge anyone who knows where he is, or who has any information on this incident, to get in touch with us immediately."
Residents Urged to Remain Vigilant
Local residents have been advised to remain extremely vigilant and to report any sightings of Phillips directly to the police by calling 999. He is considered dangerous and should not be approached.
The force has issued a direct appeal to Phillips himself, urging him to do the right thing and turn himself in. The investigation is moving at pace, with officers conducting extensive house-to-house enquiries and reviewing all available CCTV footage from the area.
This violent incident has profoundly unsettled the community of Kirkby-in-Ashfield, with many expressing their shock on social media as the police presence in the town remains significantly heightened.
