Man arrested following firearm discharge in Stoke-on-Trent

We have arrested a man on suspicion of attempted murder following reports of gunshots in Stoke-on-Trent.

Detectives have been working tirelessly to investigate what happened near Winchester Avenue in Bentilee on Tuesday (3 September) when gunshots were heard.

Specialist search teams and forensic examiners have been carrying out enquiries to understand more about what happened.

No-one was injured.

Earlier this morning (Thursday 5 September), we carried out a search warrant at an address near Wooliscroft Road, Stoke-on-Trent. Searches are continuing today at the property.

A 28-year-old man, from Stoke-on-Trent, has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

He remains in custody for questioning.

We’re keen to speak to anyone who was in the area when it happened on Tuesday or those with information that can help us with our investigation.

Call 101, quoting incident 420 of 3 September, or use Live Chat on our website.

To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.