A 13-year-old boy was arrested after a person was shot with a BB gun in Manchester's Trafford Centre this evening.
Greater Manchester Police were called to the Trafford Centre just before 6pm on Friday, August 27, after reports of a firearm being spotted.
Armed officers attended the scene and a group of eight 12 and 13-year-olds ran in different directions to flea from police.
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After being detained officers found the suspected firearm was a gas powered BB Gun.
The gun had been fired at somebody in the shopping centre, causing minor injuries.
They did not require medical attention.
A 13-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear, and assault.
He remains in custody and is assisting officers with on-going enquiries.
A spokesperson from Greater Manchester Police said: "There is no risk to the wider public, and we’re asking anyone with any information or mobile phone footage, to please contact police via LiveChat on our website quoting log 2324 270821, or call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. Thank you."
