Police launch investigation after shots fired in Wigan suburb

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Police launch investigation after shots fired in Wigan suburb
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Officers were called last night

Police say they were called to Downall Green Road, in Ashton-in-Makerfield, at 10.30pm last night. They remain there today, A spokesperson for the force said.

The Greater Manchester Police official also confirmed that no one was injured in the incident. now, officers are continuing to investigate the shooting.The statement said: “Officers were called to reports of shots fired on Downall Green Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield at around 10:30pm last night . Specialist officers attended the scene and conducted a thorough search and found evidence of what is believed to have been a firearm discharge at a property.

“No one has been reported to have been injured at this time. A cordon remains in place while officers conduct enquiries.” Read more of today's top stories here

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