Two arrested in connection with County Durham shooting
Victim named locally as Barry Dawson
Last updated 1st May 2025
Two people have been arrested following the death of a man in Stanley, County Durham.
Officers were called to an address in Elm Street at about 5.20pm on Saturday, April 5 following reports of a disturbance.
A 60-year-old man, named locally as Barry Dawson, was found to have been shot and despite the best efforts of paramedics, he was sadly declared dead at the scene.
An investigation was launched, and officers last night (Sunday 6th April) arrested a 37-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman on suspicion of conspiracy to murder.
They have been taken into police custody where they remain.
A cordon remains in place at the scene while enquiries continue.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Superintendent Neil Fuller, of Durham Constabulary, said: “Our officers are carrying out extensive enquiries and I am grateful for the support and co-operation we have received from the community so far.
“I would urge anyone who has yet to get in touch with us to do so. Please don’t assume we already know. All relevant lines of enquiry will be explored.
“Our thoughts remain with the man’s family at this time.”
Anyone with any information is asked to call Durham Constabulary on 101, or 999 in an emergency, quoting incident number 302 of April 5.
Information can also be passed on to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.