Gunshots, arrests, and a manhunt - the shocking events unfolded in Liverpool. Find out the latest updates here!
In a shocking turn of events in Liverpool, a series of gun-related incidents unfolded, causing chaos and fear among the residents. The crime spree included shots fired at a cinema, a shop, and a residential property, leading to a massive police response. Fortunately, Merseyside police confirmed that no injuries were reported during the three-hour ordeal, easing concerns about casualties.
Amidst the chaos, a 49-year-old man, Leslie Garrett, was arrested by armed police following a manhunt. The dramatic arrest took place after reports of gunfire at a cinema complex and a newsagent's in the city. Witnesses described a tense situation as officers placed multiple locations on lockdown, ensuring the safety of the public.
The investigation took a serious turn when an assault rifle, believed to have been used in the triple shooting, was recovered by detectives. The recovery of the weapon added a new layer of complexity to the ongoing probe. The authorities are now working tirelessly to piece together the events and uncover the motives behind the violent outburst.
As the city recovers from the shocking events, the arrest of the alleged gunman has brought a sense of relief to the community. The quick response of the police and the swift apprehension of the suspect have reassured the residents of Liverpool. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of public safety and the dedication of law enforcement in maintaining peace and order in the city.
Merseyside police confirmed that no one was injured over the course of the three-hour crime spree, and that the incident was not terror-related. Families ...
A suspect is detained by armed police after cinema staff in Liverpool were threatened, police say.
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Officers said they received reports that a firearm was discharged at Showcase Cinemas on East Lancashire Road, Croxteth, at around 8.50pm.
A suspected gunman has been arrested in Liverpool after reports shots were fired at a busy cinema complex and a newsagent's in the city.
Police tape has been put around a house on Ternhall Road after a gunman opened fire at a newsagents, cinema and property in Liverpool.
The 49-year-old man is accused of firing shots at a shop, a cinema multiplex and a property in Fazakerley.
Leslie Garrett, 49, was arrested on firearms offences at a nearby bungalow · He is currently being held in custody being questioned by detectives.
Armed officers arrest 49-year-old Leslie Garrett at a property in Fazakerley in early hours of Thursday morning.
The weapon believed to have been used in a triple shooting across Liverpool was found a house.
A 49-year-old man remains in custody after shots were fired at the Showcase Cinema, in a newsagent and a house on a residential street.