Teenager shot in Basingstoke
Police appeal for witnesses
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a shooting in Basingstoke.
At 11.41pm yesterday, Wednesday, 1 February we were called to a playing field on Tewkesbury Close in Popley after a 19-year-old man sustained what is believed to be three gun-shot wounds to his leg.
The victim was taken to hospital. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
As part of the Police investigation they would like to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed the incident or has any information.
Detective Inspector Jamie Johnson from the Northern Investigation Team said:
“We appreciate this incident could cause some concern in the local community however please be reassured that enquiries are in hand and we believe this to be an isolated incident with no wider risk to the community.
“Officers will remain at the scene today carrying out enquiries including searches in the area. We would like to thank everyone living nearby for their help and co-operation while these are carried out.
“There will also be increased patrols in the area to provide reassurance. If you have any concerns or information please don’t hesitate to speak to one of our officers.”
Anyone with any information that might assist our investigation is asked to call us on 101 or report online via our website at https://www.hampshire.police.uk/ quoting reference 44230044089.
Alternatively people can report to the charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/