Two arrested after Aughton shooting

Detectives have arrested two people in connection with an armed robbery in Aughton.

Police were called around 9.40pm on July 28 to a report a man had been injured during a robbery at a farm on Back Lane.

Officers, including armed police, attended the address and found the man, 65, had been shot to the ankle and knee with what is believed to be a firearm. He was taken to hospital for treatment and is recovering.

Four shotguns, jewellery, watches and cash were stolen from inside the property.

Following enquiries two people have been arrested by police.

A 30-year-old man from Liverpool was arrested on suspicion of armed robbery and has been released under investigation pending further enquiries.

A 37-year-old woman from Liverpool was arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary, possession of firearms offences and fraud. She has been released under investigation pending further enquiries.

A number of addresses have been searched in Merseyside as part of police enquiries.

Anyone with information about the incident or the location of the men involved is asked to call Lancashire Police immediately on 101 quoting incident reference 1553 of July 28. Alternatively independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.