Here are your Manchester City headlines for Wednesday, August 9.
21.07.2023 - 15:11 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Officers have charged an alleged gunman with attempted murder following a 'shooting' in Greater Manchester. Police launched an investigation into an alleged firearms discharge on Fisher Close, in Worsley Mesnes, Wigan, earlier this month.
It follows an incident on Saturday, July 8. Greater Manchester Police arrested a suspect on Worsley Mesnes Drive on Wednesday (July 19).
Scott Higgins, of Kirkhall Lane, Leigh, has since been charged with attempted murder and possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life. The 35-year-old has also been charged with doing an act intended to pervert the course of justice, possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life and possessing a bladed article in a public place.
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Detectives are continuing to investigate the incident. Anyone with information about the case is urged to come forward.
Detective Inspector Lee Gridley, of Wigan CID, said: "If anyone has any information regarding this case, we urge you to contact 101 quoting log number 3918-080723. Information can also be passed anonymously via the independent charity - Crimestoppers - on 0800 555 111."
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Here are your Manchester City headlines for Wednesday, August 9.
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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has named his first team of the new season for the Community Shield against Arsenal.
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