Shooting in broad daylight in Liverpool

Merseyside Police has launched an investigation after shots were fired in Fazakerley this morning (Tuesday, 7 August).

Officers were called to Waresley Crescent shortly after 11.20am following reports that gunshots had been heard in the street.

On arrival officers found damage to the front of a property and evidence that a number of shots had been discharged. At this time no one is reported as being injured.

A search of the area is underway, a cordon is in place and crime scene investigators are carrying out a forensic examination of the scene.

House to house enquiries are being conducted and there is a highly visible police presence in the area to reassure the community.

At this early stage of the investigation the motive for the shooting has not been established.