Man, 27, arrested in connection with shooting in Bootle

Detectives investigating a shot fired at a house in Bootle on Sunday, 20th February, have arrested a Crosby man.

Officers were called to an address on Westminster Avenue at around 7.15pm where they found damage to the window of a house consistent with a shot being fired. No injuries were reported.

A warrant was executed this morning (Wednesday) and a 27 year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

He is currently in custody where he will be interviewed by detectives.

If you witnessed the incident, or have any information please contact our social media desk on Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ with any information, with reference 22000125671. You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information.