Police statement on Woodhouse shooting in Leeds as man seen 'wandering around street with gun'
Police have launched an investigation after a weapon was fired in Woodhouse last night and man was seen in the street with what appeared to be a firearm.
Police are appealing for information as a cordon on Woodhouse Street remains in place on Wednesday. Detectives sought to assure the public that the criminal use of firearms is something they treat "extremely seriously" and promised that extensive enquiries will continue to identify those involved. "The incident occurred near to the junction with Pennington Street. A scene has been put in place to undergo forensic examination and specialist searches. Detectives from West Yorkshire Police Firearms Prevent Investigation Team are leading the investigation."
"We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed any part of this incident or who has any information that could assist the investigation, particularly anyone who was driving in the area and has relevant dashcam footage.
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