Bus passengers injured after reported shooting in Kirkholt

The scene on Daventry Road

A man has been arrested after two bus passengers were injured in a suspected shooting in Kirkholt on Saturday night (7 January).

The duo suffered minor injuries in the suspected firearms incident on Daventry Road at around 7pm.

After an initial investigation, it is believed damage has been caused to a bus operating in the area with windows being smashed. The cause of the damage is not yet known and detectives are investigating the incident. 

A spokesperson for GMP said: "Officers deployed to the scene commenced a thorough investigation and detectives have subsequently arrested a male, who cannot be named for legal reasons on suspicion of criminal damage with intent to endanger life, and is assisting with their enquiries.

"There is a police presence in the area whilst the scene is processed as part of the investigation. Patrol plans have been increased in the area to provide visible reassurance to the community following this incident." 

Detectives are now appealing for witnesses or anyone with further information that may help with their investigation, including doorbell or dash cam footage, to make contact.

Anyone who can help is asked to contact 101 quoting incident number 2586 of 07/01/23. Alternatively, details can be passed to the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.