Shots Fired in Walton: Police Hunt Gunmen After Late-Night Shooting
Merseyside Police are on the hunt for witnesses following a dramatic shooting in Walton, Liverpool. The incident unfolded on Helena Road just before midnight on Saturday, September 7.
Gunfire and Fire at Residential Property
Officers rushed to the scene at around 11:55 PM after reports of gunshots and property damage. They discovered signs of shots fired at a home, but thankfully no one was hurt. However, the drama didn’t end there — a fire was set at the scene and swiftly put out by Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service.
Two men were spotted fleeing the area soon after the disturbance. Police have cordoned off the property as forensic teams comb for clues. Officers are also knocking on doors and scouring CCTV footage from nearby homes to piece together what happened.
Detective Pleads for Witnesses to Come Forward
Detective Chief Inspector Gary Stratton, leading the probe, said: “We are in the very early stages of an investigation into this incident and are appealing to anyone who was in the area around midnight or who witnessed the incident to contact police.”
He added, “Firing a gun in a residential street is extremely dangerous. Thankfully nobody was injured, but this could have led to more tragic circumstances.”
Residents Urged to Check CCTV and Dashcams
Locals have been asked to review any CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell camera footage for suspicious activity. DCI Stratton stressed: “Any information you provide, however insignificant it may seem, could be vital to our investigation.”
Merseyside Police have reinforced their zero-tolerance stance on gun crime. “There is no room for guns on the streets, and we will do everything within our power to ensure those responsible are brought to justice,” said Stratton.
How to Help
If you witnessed the shooting or have information, contact Merseyside Police on X (formerly Twitter) @MerPolCC or via Facebook at Merseyside Police Contact Centre, quoting log 1071 of September 7. You can also provide anonymous tips through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
