Leeds shooting: Police called to 21-year-old man shot in Charlton Road East End Park, Leeds

Police have been called to Charlton Road in Leeds today after a 21-year-old man was shot in Leeds.
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The incident happened in Charlton Road, East End Park. Officers found a 21-year-old man who had sustained a leg injury which seemed to have been caused by a gunshot.

Witnesses at the scene described hearing loud bangs and a blue car was seen in the area containing a man driving the car and two other passengers who made off on foot.

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Reports suggest that a taxi was involved in the incident and that the victim may have been in a taxi or private hire vehicle at the time.

Police at the scene of the shooting in East End Park, Leeds. Photos: Emma RyanPolice at the scene of the shooting in East End Park, Leeds. Photos: Emma Ryan
Police at the scene of the shooting in East End Park, Leeds. Photos: Emma Ryan

A spokesman for West Yorkshire Police said: "Detectives are currently investigating reports of a shooting incident, which occurred just after 1pm this afternoon (13/09) on Charlton Road in Leeds.

"A 21 year-old man was located at the scene, having sustained a serious leg injury consistent with gunshot wounds.

"He was taken to hospital for treatment and is in a stable condition."

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West Yorkshire Police, Detective Chief Inspector Marc Bowes of Protective Services Crime said:

Police at the scene of the shooting in East End Park, Leeds. Photos: Emma RyanPolice at the scene of the shooting in East End Park, Leeds. Photos: Emma Ryan
Police at the scene of the shooting in East End Park, Leeds. Photos: Emma Ryan

“Although we are currently working to establish the full circumstances of this incident, it does appear to be a targeted attack on a lone individual.

“A blue coloured car was seen in the area at the time containing a male driver and two other male passengers whom are believed to have made away on foot.

“There are live time enquiries ongoing to identify those responsible and we are working to retrieve any CCTV, dash-cam or mobile phone footage that may assist in our investigations.

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“Neighbourhood Policing Team officers are also conducting enhanced patrols in the local area to provide added support and reassurance for residents.

Reports suggest a taxi was involved in the incidentReports suggest a taxi was involved in the incident
Reports suggest a taxi was involved in the incident

“We will not accept this type of activity on the streets of West Yorkshire and I would urge any witnesses or anyone with information to contact us immediately.

“You can use the non-emergency number 101 or the Live Chat facility available via the Force website, quoting crime reference 892 of 13/09.

“Alternatively, you can provide details anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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