Police are appealing for information after two men were injured in a firearms discharge in Bradford.
The Homicide and Major Enquiry Team would like to speak to anyone who saw or has information about the incident which was reported at 5.10pm today (Friday, 7 July). Officers were called to Farleton Drive, Fagley where two men were found who had injuries to their bodies consistent with a firearms discharge.
Both men were taken to hospital, one with serious injuries.
A masked male dressed in black was seen running off towards the Fagley area following the shooting.
DCI Alan Weekes of the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team, who is leading the investigation, said: “Firearms offences are treated exceptionally seriously in West Yorkshire and we are conducting a full investigation into this incident which we believe was a targeted attack on both victims.
“Local Neighbourhood policing officers are conducting reassurance patrols in the area and enquiries remain ongoing at the scene.
“I am appealing for witnesses and would like to speak to anyone who saw a masked male dressed in black either approach or flee the Farleton Drive area, heading towards Fagley, just after the shooting.
“Anyone who has any information, or footage, which could assist enquiries is asked to contact HMET on 101 or online at www.westyorkshire.police/uk/101livechat referencing police log 1346 of 7 July.”
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