POLICE are investigating after a reports of a shooting and petrol bomb being thrown in Ashton-in-Makerfield.

There have been no reported injuries from the incident which took place shortly before 11pm on Saturday (September 21) police say.

Officers were called to Bolton Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield to reports of a firearms discharge and petrol bomb being thrown at a property on the street.

Police are investigating the incident, which is not believed to be linked to a previous shooting incident reported on Bickershaw Lane in Abram on Thursday, September 19.

There have been no reported injuries.

Superintendent Caroline Hemingway said: “We understand the local community will be concerned by the incident, and I would like to reassure the public that the matter is being fully investigated and additional dedicated patrols are being deployed to the area.”

  • Anybody with information can contact police on 101, quoting incident number 3629 of September 21, 2019. Information can also be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.