Man held on suspicion of attempted murder after shooting in Manchester

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a shooting in Manchester. Police were called to Stockport Road in Ardwick on Thursday afternoon (21 December) after a firearm was discharged, near to McDonald's and the Apollo theatre.

Officers arrived at the scene at about 3pm. There were no reports of injuries, but a car was said to have been damaged. Greater Manchester Police said the suspect, aged in his 30s, was held on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in custody for questioning.

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Anthony Leigh, 23, of Plymouth Grove, Manchester has been charged. The force said in a statement: "Investigations are still ongoing and officers have appealed for information from anyone in the area at the time - photos, CCTV or dashcam footage can be uploaded to the Major Incident Public Portal at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/06GMP23A72-PO1. "Information can also be reported by calling 101 or 0161 856 4305, quoting log number 2116 of 21/12/23.