Police are searching for a gunman who fired shots at a house twice on Christmas Day
Four people were inside the property at Chelston Avenue the time,two adults aged in their 50s and two teenagers aged 17 and 14.
At the time of the second incident around 5pm on Christmas Day,there were two additional adults present – aged 40 and 35 – and a young child.
Thankfully no one was injured and this is believed to be an isolated incident with no further risk to the public.
No arrests have been made and a thorough investigation is on-going.
Inspector Stuart Woodhead, of GMP’s City of Manchester division, said: “This was an extremely frightening and shocking incident for all involved, who at the time of the second discharge, were trying to enjoy a Christmas dinner together.
“I would like to reassure the community that we are treating these discharges very seriously and are doing all that we can to protect residents and investigate this incident. Additional high-visibility police patrols will be present in the coming days to ensure the safety of those in the area.
“We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed either of these firearms discharges or has any information at all to please come forward and speak to police as a matter of urgency. Any information, no matter how small it may be, could prove vital in helping us to complete our enquiries.”
