Police believe gun was fired on street in Oldham, damaging parked car
No arrests made as extra officers patrol the area
Police believe a gun was fired on a street in Oldham, causing damage to a parked car.
Greater Manchester Police said officers were called to reports of a gun being fired on Lovage Drive at around 9.35am on Monday 26th October 2026.
Police believe the gun was fired at around 9.50pm on Sunday 25th October 2026.
It caused damage to the rear of a car that was parked on the street at the time.
No arrests have been made so far.
A scene remains in place while officers continue their enquiries.
Detective Chief Inspector Zahid Latif, from GMP's Oldham division, said: "This is a significant incident that will have understandably caused some concern within the local community."
He also said: "Thankfully nobody was injured as a result of this discharge, and we are keeping an open mind in relation to the motive behind this incident."
Police said extra patrol officers have been deployed in the area, both on foot and in patrol cars.
Officers have said they will provide reassurance and listen to any questions from people with concerns.
Detective Chief Inspector Latif said: "I cannot stress how important it is for the public to come forward if they have any information that could assist our investigation, whether it be CCTV footage, doorbell footage, photos, or descriptions of the suspects or events, we would ask that you report it to us directly."
Anyone with information or footage can contact GMP on 0161 856 8906, quoting log 788 of 26th October 2026.
Information can also be reported through the Live Chat function at www.gmp.police.uk .
People can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.