Officers appeal for information following a suspected firearms discharge in North Manchester

At around 4:10pm yesterday afternoon (Thursday 1 June 2023) Greater Manchester Police were called to reports of a suspected firearms discharge on Monsall Road, North Manchester.

Initial enquiries suggest that two vehicles and a motorcycle were believed to be at the scene and could hold vital information that could assist officers with their investigation.

Thankfully no injuries have been reported, and no arrests have been made at this time.

Detective Inspector Paddy Connell said: “I would like to reassure the local community that we believe this incident is isolated and there is no risk to the wider public.

“We have made significant enquiries into this incident, albeit this is still ongoing we have managed to gain a full understanding of the timeline of events due to hard work that has been put in overnight.

“Extra patrol officers have been deployed around the local area both on foot and in patrol cars. If you have any concerns about this incident our officers will be happy to provide reassurance and listen to any of your queries.

“I am appealing to the public to come forward if they have any information that could assist our investigation, whether it be CCTV footage, doorbell footage, photos, or descriptions of the suspects or events, we would ask that you report it to us directly."

If you have any information or footage that could assist our investigation into this incident, please contact GMP on 0161 856 1146 quoting log 2368 of 01/06/2023.

You can also report information via www.gmp.police.uk or through the independent charity Crimestoppers - anonymously – on 0800 555 111.