Two men have been shot in what police believe was a targeted attack, triggering a manhunt for the gunman in Merseyside.
Incident Details
Emergency services rushed to Prescot, Merseyside, this afternoon after reports of two men in their 20s suffering from gunshot wounds. Merseyside Police stated they were called to Pottery Lane at 2:50 PM, and the victims were taken to hospital for treatment.
Officers remain at the scene, conducting urgent CCTV, house-to-house, and forensic enquiries. The force believes the shooting was a targeted attack and is actively searching for the suspect.
Police Appeal
Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. Detective Inspector Gary Stratton said: "We are in the early stages of our investigation, but we believe this was a targeted incident. We are appealing for witnesses or anyone who saw suspicious activity in the Pottery Lane area."
Residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any concerns to police. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
