shots fired at Manchester home in ‘targeted’ attack.

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Shots have been fired at a house in Greater Manchester in what police believe was a targeted attack.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) launched an investigation after confirming the gun was fired at an address in Oldham in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Officers were called to the scene on Prince Edward Avenue following the incident around 1am.

The force said no one was injured “in what is believed to be a targeted attack” with no greater risk to the community.

Detective Inspector Clare Harrison, from GMP’s Oldham district, said: “We are working hard to establish the exact circumstances of last night’s events and understand the timeline. We are using all necessary resources available as we investigate the incident and are working hard to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.

“Any report of a firearms discharge is always shocking and I know people in the local area will be concerned and worried by this news.

“However, I want to say to the public that we believe this is a targeted attack with no wider threat to the public. Additional officers will be in the areas for insurance and I would recommend speaking to them if you have any concerns – they are there for you and will be able to help you with any questions.

“We have continued to fight gun crime to keep the streets of Greater Manchester safer, with 78 firearms recovered in the last year alone. The number of shootings has continued to decrease and our specialist teams continue to take these weapons out of the hands of criminals. However, when incidents do occur, we act quickly and thoroughly to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.

“If you have any information you think is important, please contact us on 101 quoting log number 122 of 07/05/24. You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

In particular, officers are appealing for anyone with any dash cam, CCTV or relevant ringer footage to get in touch.

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