Crime scene investigators scour street for evidence after shooting in Gorton

Crime scene investigators have been pictured scouring a street in Gorton for evidence this morning after a shooting.

Police said a gun was blasted on Hampden Crescent at around 5.45pm yesterday (Monday, October 7) in a 'targeted attack'. A 19-year-old male was rushed to hospital with serious injuries.

An investigation was launched and a 15-year-old boy and 21-year-old man have since been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Both are in custody to be questioned by detectives.

Greater Manchester Police said the investigation is 'moving at pace'. A cordon was put in place after the shooting yesterday, with officers taping off a large section of Hampden Crescent.

This morning, investigations are continuing inside the cordon. Forensic officers have pictured scouring the scene for evidence and taking photographs.

A number of police vehicles remain stationed on the scene. No further details on the nature of the shooting, or the details on the victim's injuries, have been released at this stage.

In a statement issued last night, a GMP spokesperson said: "At approximately 5:45pm this evening (7 October), officers were called to reports of a firearms discharge on Hampden Crescent in Manchester. A 19-year-old man was taken to hospital with serious injuries although these are not believed to be life-threatening.

"Two males aged 15 and 21 have been arrested on suspicion of attempt murder. They remain in custody for questioning."

Detective Superintendent Gareth Jenkins said: "The shooting that occurred earlier this evening will understandably cause concern within the community, however our investigation is moving at pace and two arrests have been made in connection with the incident. I would like to reassure the community