Two men in hospital with gunshot wounds from 'targeted attack'

See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy NOOR QURASHI, NEWS REPORTER Published: 18:12 BST, 24 May 2026 | Updated: 22:11 BST, 24 May 2026

Two men are in hospital with gunshot wounds following what is thought to have been a targeted attack on a residential street.Police were called to Pottery Lane in Prescot after reports of a shooting on Sunday afternoon.Both victims have been taken to hospital and officers are carrying out 'urgent CCTV' checks.Local residents have been asked to avoid the area - next to Stadt Moers Park - as 'work continues'.Detective Superintendent Paul Speight said firing a weapon in a residential area on a Sunday afternoon was 'beyond comprehension'.He added: 'I want to make it clear to anyone involved that our determination to find those responsible will be absolute, and we will target anyone who has carried out this shooting, or assisted those responsible in any way.'Gun crime in Merseyside has become increasingly rare in recent years, and it is in no small part down to the information, engagement and partnership work in those areas which have been affected.'This same community strength will help us in the coming days.' Police were called to Pottery Lane (pictured) in Prescot after reports of a shooting on Sunday afternoonMr Speight said it was 'absolutely vital' that evidence is gathered 'as soon as possible' despite the investigation being in its early stages.He said: 'If you saw, heard or may have captured anything on CCTV, dashcam or doorbell devices, please come forward at the earliest opportunity. 'Our initial assessment is this was a targeted attack on the two victims, for reasons we will establish as the investigation progresses.'Anyone with information has been asked to contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X or Facebook.Details can also be reported on the police website or by calling 101 quoting incident reference 572 of Sunday 24 May.Alternatively, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.