Two arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following shooting in Croxteth

We’ve arrested a 22-year-old man and a 19-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder following a shooting in Croxteth on Friday (28 February).

Officers were contacted at just after 10.10pm following reports a 42-year-old man had been shot in the legs on Altcross Road.

The man remains in hospital in a stable condition.

A 22-year-old man and a 19 year-old man from the Croxteth area have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

Both have been bailed pending further enquiries.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to DM @MerPolCC or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 25000174594.