Crime scene in place after shooting at residential address in Swindon

Police responded to a report of a shooting at an address in Toothill yesterday (9 October).

At approximately 9.40pm firearms officers were deployed to an address on Warneford Close.

Nobody was injured in the incident, but it’s understood bullets were discharged in the incident.

Police enquiries are at a very early stage, but it is believed the victim and the suspects were known to each other and that this was an isolated incident.

A scene will remain in place at the address while our investigations continue.

Detective Chief Inspector Helen Jacobs said: “We are in the very early stages of this investigation but urge anyone with any information to come forward.

“An incident like this in a residential street is a reckless and dangerous act and it is fortunate that we are not dealing with a serious tragedy as a result of these actions.

“We’d like to reassure the public that we are working tirelessly to bring those responsible to justice and there will be an increased police presence as a result.”