Salford shooting: Man in critical condition after being gunned down in Pendleton
Greater Manchester Police called out to reports man in his thirties was shot on Eccles New Road
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.A man is fighting for his life in hospital after a shooting in the Salford area on Tuesday afternoon.
Greater Manchester Police officers were called to reports that a man had been shot in the Pendleton area on Eccles New Road at the junction of Langworthy Road around 2.40pm.
The male victim in his 30s has been taken to hospital where he remains in a critical condition.
A police cordon is currently in place on Langworthy Road between Eccles New Road and the M602 bridge, and armed officers are at the scene.
Detective Inspector Chris Mannion, of GMP’s Salford district, said: “Officers are currently responding to reports of a shooting, and a man has been taken to hospital in a critical condition.”
He added: “There is a large police presence at the scene, including armed officers, who will be there for some time carrying out their enquiries.”
A spokesperson for Salford Royal hospital said the was “increased security” in the emergency department following this afternoon’s shooting.
DI Mannion added: “If you were in the area and you saw what happened, or if you witnessed anything suspicious, then please get in touch with us as a matter of urgency.”
Anyone with information should call police on 101, quoting incident number 1205 of 30/04/2018, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments