Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after shop shooting

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a person was left badly injured following a shooting in a Bradford shop.

A 30-year-old man remains in hospital today with serious injuries following the shooting in Torre Road, off Cooper Lane, on Friday evening.

The suspect fired the gun at an off licence and then fled the scene.

A woman was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

A spokesperson from the force said: "Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was injured in a shooting incident in Bradford.

"The Homicide and Major Enquiry Team is continuing active enquiries today following a firearm's discharge at an off licence on Torre Road on Friday evening (November 11). 

"The incident took place at about 5.36pm after a masked man discharged a firearm and fled from the scene.

"Emergency services were called and on attendance, found a 30-year-old man with serious injuries.

"The victim was taken to hospital for treatment to the injuries which were not life-threatening.

"A man was later arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with the incident and a woman was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

"Both remain in police custody."

Detective Superintendent Emma Winfield of the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team, added: “This has clearly been a very serious incident in which a victim has been seriously injured.

“A full investigation is ongoing and we are appealing for witnesses to come forwards.

“Anyone who saw the suspect fleeing the shop, or who has any information at all is asked to contact the Homicide and Major Enquiry team on 101 referencing crime number 13220624610 or online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat 

“Information can also be given anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”