A man was shot in the leg in broad daylight on a quiet residential street.
Armed police and a large police presence were visible on Saturday, November 30 on Enfield Road, Ellesmere Port after a man was shot in the leg and rushed to Aintree Hospital.
The man is described to be in a serious but not life-threatening condition.
The shooting took place in broad daylight at 2.25pm this afternoon and a Cheshire Police spokesperson said it is not believed to be terror related.
Jordan Woodfin-Gretsy, an employee at Abode Home Interiors told Cheshire Live he retreated into the shop for safety.
He told the publication: “It’s scary - like really scary. It made me shake, it was horrible.”
One witness described hearing a loud bang, while another said they had seen men in a car shooting.
For those with shops inside the cordon, there was a lot of uncertainty as they were not allowed in their premises for a number of hours as investigations took place.
Muntaseer Mahbub, the owner of Sizzlin Spice Indian Restaurant, which was caught up in the cordon said: “I have been waiting since 4pm to open, but we’re not allowed.
"We’ve got loads of preparation to do. I didn’t hear or witness anything.”
Forensics were seen bagging up evidence on Enfield Road and multiple police cars were seen at the cordon.
A spokesperson for Cheshire Police said: "Cheshire Police are investigating a firearms discharge that has taken place in Ellesmere Port.
"At 2.25pm on Saturday 30 November a man was shot in the leg on Enfield Road and taken to Aintree Hospital where he is in a serious but not life threatening condition.
"A large policing presence remains at the scene including armed officers and the area is cordoned off.
"The investigation is ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and arrest those responsible, however it is not believed to be terrorist related.
"The public are asked to avoid the area and if they have any concerns to speak to a local officer."
If you have any information please contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 577560 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
