13/10/2015

Mother And Son Shot In Salford

A 29-year-old woman and her seven-year-old son have been shot at their home in Salford.

Police have reported the mother and son suffered leg injuries in the incident in Gillingham Road, Eccles, on Monday night.

It is understood their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Police have said they are not clear if the incident is connected to other shootings in Greater Manchester over the weekend.

An investigation into the shooting is underway.

(MH/CD)

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