Officers investigating following firearms discharge in Moss Side

Officers are investigating following a firearms discharge in Moss Side last night (10 August).

At around 10.50pm, we received a report that two people had received gunshot injuries in the Claremont Road area.

Both have been treated for injuries not believed to be life-threatening or changing at this time. They remain in hospital for treatment.

At this stage, no arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing, with detectives in the area to establish the exact timeline of events and who was responsible.

Detective Superintendent Matt Walker, from Greater Manchester Police, said: “We are working hard to ensure a full and thorough investigation that uncovers exactly what occurred during this incident. Thankfully, the victims’ injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, but there could have been worse consequences to this act.

“While the investigation is very much in its early days, we are using all available resources to establish the full circumstances. We are committed to keeping the community safe and our response has already seen further officers deployed to the area for the reassurance of local residents. They will be more than happy to talk to you about any concerns you may have.

“I want people who live in the area to know that we will never tolerate such acts in our city, and we will be doing all we can to investigate all of its aspects. We will continue to provide a strong policing presence over the rest of the weekend and into the coming days, utilising all the appropriate resources we have.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Greater Manchester Police on 101 quoting log number 3609 of the 10th August 2024. You can also access our Live Chat function at gmp.police.uk.

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