THREE arrests have been made over a shooting which took place in Heaton last month.
The men, aged 27, 36, and 44, were arrested in connection with the incident in Stoney Ridge Avenue on May 22, when a firearm was discharged at a house in the street, pictured.
They were arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life.
The 44-year-old remains in custody, while the 27-year-old has been released pending further inquiries, and the 36-year-old has been released without charge.
DCI Jaz Khan, of Protective Services Crime, said: “We are continuing to treat this matter as a targeted incident and our investigation is ongoing.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting crime reference number 13170230201, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
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