By Dramatic ‘drive-by’ shooting on Grimsby’s Nunsthorpe estate
Grimsby’s Nunsthorpe estate was subjected to a ‘targeted’ shooting that left two men injured and seven people in police custody.
On Wednesday night, police units in attendance included armed officers and the dog section on the estate. Cordons were put up and remained in place throughout yesterday. It is understood the Police have since left the scene, as of today.
According to reports, a taxi had been called to pick up two young men and was in Sutcliffe Avenue when a moped pulled up. It is thought the two men were in the rear passenger seats when a single shot fired, reports suggesting a shotgun, into the car.
A resident recalled a member of the street previously being seen with a similar firearm, though it is unknown whether this is related.
As the attackers fled, the driver of the taxi then immediately set off for Grimsby’s Diana Princess of Wales hospital with the injured men still in the taxi.
One passenger is thought to have suffered wounds to his face, the other to his leg, reports have said. Residents were seen in crowds on streets Shelley Avenue, Sutcliffe Avenue, and as far as Milton Road.
There were arrests made, as people could be heard screaming police while the shooting incident was dealt with. Groups of youths began surrounding the armed officers on Shelley Avenue as police attended the scene.
In their latest statement, Humberside Police said:
“Officers are in attendance at Sutcliffe Avenue, Grimsby, after being called to a reported firearms incident yesterday evening (Wednesday 6 July).
“Two people were taken to hospital for treatment of their injuries, which are not thought to be life-threatening at this stage. Seven people have been arrested in connection with the incident and our investigations remain ongoing.
“Officers were quickly deployed to the area and a cordon remains in place to ensure the safety of those nearby.
Senior Investigating Officer DCI Craig Nicholson said: “I’d like to offer reassurance to members of the public and residents that we believe this to be an isolated and targeted incident with no wider risk to the public.
“Those living in these areas will see an increased number of officers in the area over the coming days carrying out further enquiries and speaking with residents.
“We understand an incident of this nature will cause distress to the local community, so if you are concerned, please come to speak to one of our officers who will be able to assist you.”
Officers are now appealing for anyone who may be able to assist us with our enquiries who has not yet spoken to us to contact us on 101 quoting log 407 of 6 July.
