In a tragic incident in County Durham, a man has lost his life in a shooting that took place on Elm Street, Stanley. The emergency services were called to the scene at around 17:20 BST on Saturday following reports of a disturbance. Despite the paramedics’ efforts to save him, the man in his 50s was declared dead at the scene.
Durham Police have described the incident as “truly shocking” and have initiated an investigation into the matter. Det Supt Neil Fuller mentioned that the authorities are pursuing multiple lines of inquiry, although it has not been disclosed whether any arrests have been made or if they are seeking other individuals. The victim’s family has been notified and is receiving support from the police.
Following the shooting, a cordon was established in the area, with officers conducting house-to-house inquiries. Anyone with information regarding the incident has been urged to reach out to Durham Police. Det Supt Fuller acknowledged the community’s cooperation and stated, “Residents may notice an increased police presence in the vicinity. I appreciate their support as we progress with our investigation.” The authorities expressed their condolences to the family of the deceased during this difficult time
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