BREAKING: Murder investigation launched after man 'shot dead' in broad daylight

A murder probe has been launched and one man arrested after a 32-year-old man died in a suspected shooting in broad daylight in east Manchester this afternoon. Emergency services were scrambled to the area around Welland Street in Openshaw at around 2pm, where the man was sadly pronounced dead.

Officers believe he died from gunshot wounds in what they are calling a 'targeted attack', and are appealing to members of the public for more information. Additional police officers have been deployed in the area this evening as detectives continue to investigate the shooting.

Witnesses report seeing an air ambulance land at Sandywell Millennium Green. Detectives later taped off Sandywell Street, Old Lane, Ettrick Close and Wheeler Street. Forensics experts were seen combing area for evidence. A large police cordon remains in place into the evening.

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In a statement, Greater Manchester Police said: "A 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident on Welland Street, Openshaw at around 2pm today (Saturday 25 March 2023).

"The victim - a 32-year-old man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. At this stage, it is believed he died as a result of gun shot wounds.

"Detectives are appealing for any information, especially relating to a second suspect who is believed to have fled the scene in a vehicle shortly afterwards and any CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage should be sent over to police as this may be crucial to the investigation.

"Detective Superintendent Simon Hurst, said: 'Firstly, my thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time.