Man 'shot in face' inside flat and airlifted to hospital as police rush to scene

29 January 2024 , 19:28

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A man has been shot in the face inside flat and airlifted to hospital (Image: LIVERPOOL ECHO)

A man has been shot in the face inside flat in a "targeted attack" and airlifted to hospital.

Emergency services were called to an address Old Swan, Liverpool, just before 4.30pm after reports a man had entered a flat and shot another man inside.

The victim was treated by paramedics and taken to hospital via air ambulance with a serious gunshot injury to his face. Police said there were no further reports of injuries and armed police remain in the area while an investigation is ongoing to find anyone responsible.

Merseyside Constabulary are appealing for information to help trace the assailant. Pictures at the scene show it's heavily patrolled by officers this evening.

Police continue to investigate the attack (Liverpool Echo)

Detective Chief Inspector John Fitzgerald, of Merseyside Police, said: "The investigation into this shooting is still in the early stages but we believe it was a targeted attack. We are continuing to carry out CCTV and house-to-house enquiries to establish exactly what happened.

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“We understand the fear that gun crime causes and I’d like to assure residents living in the area that the use of firearms will not be tolerated on the streets of Merseyside. We are committed to tackling gun crime and will pursue those who are prepared to use firearms to endanger the lives of people in our community," reports Liverpool Echo.

He added: "In the 12 months to September 2023, we saw a 50% reduction in firearms offences compared the previous year. We are committed to taking weapons off our streets to prevent further shootings and, rest assured, if you tell us where guns are stored and being used we will take action.

“I would appeal to anyone who was on Haslingden Close and saw the incident or anything or anyone suspicious to come forward and let us know. Similarly, if you have doorbell or dashcam footage and live in the area then please review it and tell us if you see anything. Information you hold could be vital to our investigation.

“Speak to our officers directly or come forward anonymously and we will take swift action to remove dangerous weapons and those who use them from our streets. Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information is asked to contact @MerPolCC on Twitter or ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ on Facebook with log 640 of Monday 29 January."

Olivia Williams