Man 'shot dead in targeted attack' in Manchester as suspect arrested

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A 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident, and police are seeking information about a second suspect who fled the scene (Image: Gary Oakley | Manchester Evening News)
A 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident, and police are seeking information about a second suspect who fled the scene (Image: Gary Oakley | Manchester Evening News)

A man has died in a suspected shooting in Manchester, police have confirmed.

Greater Manchester Police have said they believe the incident was a 'targeted attack' in Openshaw.

A 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident, and police are seeking information about a second suspect who fled the scene.

First responders tragically pronounced a 32-year-old man dead at the scene on Welland Street in Openshaw.

At present it is believed that he died as a result of gunshot wounds.

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Man 'shot dead in targeted attack' in Manchester as suspect arrestedFirst responders tragically pronounced a 32-year-old man dead at the scene on Welland Street in Openshaw

The incident happened at around 2pm this afternoon, with witnesses describing a "large police presence" in the area.

Police have issued an appeal for any information which might help their ongoing investigation, in particular relating to a second suspect who fled the scene in a vehicle.

Detective Superintendent Simon Hurst of Greater Manchester Police has issued a statement, he said: "Firstly, my thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time.

“We are in the early stages of our investigation, and a team of officers are working extremely hard to understand a comprehensive timeline of events that will help us piece together what has happened this afternoon.

“Though we believe this was a targeted attack, we recognise that incidents of this nature will understandably cause concern in communities across Greater Manchester.

Man 'shot dead in targeted attack' in Manchester as suspect arrestedThe incident happened at around 2pm this afternoon, with witnesses describing a "large police presence" in the area (Gary Oakley | Manchester Evening News)

"There will be an increase of highly visible police officers in the area over the coming days and anyone with any concerns is encouraged to come and speak to us.

“Whilst we are appealing for information to trace a second suspect seen leaving the scene, I would urge people who were in the area at the time of the incident, or anyone who has mobile or CCTV footage that may be of interest to police to contact us as a matter of urgency as they may have information which is vital to our investigation.

“We are also appealing to motorists and residents in the area, who may have captured anything on Dashcam, CCTV or doorbell cameras to contact us.

“Every bit of evidence is crucial to the investigation and will be treated with the strictest confidence.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Greater Manchester Police on 101 quoting log number 1771 25/3/2023.

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“Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously to the independent charity - Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

Kit Roberts

Crime, Murder, Greater Manchester Police

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