Man, 33, killed after horror shooting as police hunt suspect who fled on bike
A man believed to have been gunned down and killed by a suspect riding a bike has been named, as police investigate his tragic death.
Lancashire Police were called to a shooting in Peel Road, Skelmersdale, on Thursday at around 7.30pm. The victim, named as 33-year-old Lenny Scott, was found with serious gunshot wounds and later died in hospital of his injuries.
Officers believe the shooter - wearing black clothes and a hi-vis jacket - made off on a bike which is believed to either be an e-bike or a scrambler. Investigations are ongoing.
Det. Ch. Supt, Pauline Stables, Lancashire Constabulary’s Head of Crime said: “This is a shocking incident and resulted in a man losing his life. Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this incredibly distressing time.
“We have launched a major investigation and have a team of both detectives and uniformed officers and staff working on this inquiry to try and establish exactly what has happened, to identify a motive for this shooting and to identify and arrest the offender. Incidents like this are extremely rare in Lancashire but we have increased patrols in the area, and if you have any information or concerns, please don’t hesitate to approach an officer.
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“We’re now appealing to you to ask for your help. After the shooting, the suspect made off on a bike, thought to be either an e-bike or scrambler bike, wearing black clothing with an orange high-vis jacket. If you noticed anyone matching this description, or have seen any abandoned bikes in the area, please tell us as you could provide some vital information to our enquiries.
“If you were in the area yesterday evening and saw or heard anything suspicious either then, or in the days before the attack, no matter how insignificant you may think it to be, please get in touch.”
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