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06/08/2012
Teens Shot In Merseyside Street
Police are continuing the investigation into the shooting of four teenagers in Bootle.
The incident occurred in Akenside Street at 11:30pm on Saturday.
Three youths aged 17 and one aged 15 were treated for non life-threatening injuries in hospital.
Chief Superintendent Julie Cooke, of Merseyside Police said: "This is a disgraceful act that has led to four young men receiving medical treatment for shotgun injuries.
"Although their injuries are not thought to be life threatening the consequences could have been much worse.
"We are currently keeping an open mind as to whether this attack was targeted."
She added: "The force, along with the community, will not tolerate the use of guns and the fear those who use them spread.
"I urge anyone who has any information that can help in our investigation to come forward."
(GK)
The incident occurred in Akenside Street at 11:30pm on Saturday.
Three youths aged 17 and one aged 15 were treated for non life-threatening injuries in hospital.
Chief Superintendent Julie Cooke, of Merseyside Police said: "This is a disgraceful act that has led to four young men receiving medical treatment for shotgun injuries.
"Although their injuries are not thought to be life threatening the consequences could have been much worse.
"We are currently keeping an open mind as to whether this attack was targeted."
She added: "The force, along with the community, will not tolerate the use of guns and the fear those who use them spread.
"I urge anyone who has any information that can help in our investigation to come forward."
(GK)
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