Three men were shot in a 'targeted' broad daylight attack at lunchtime today.
Two of the victims were father and son, according to shocked neighbours.
Police were called to the scene at 1.30pm today after reports of neighbours hearing shots fire.
Officers attended and three men aged 46, 45 and 21 were treated for gunshot wounds. At least one victim was airlifted to hospital.
The men are not in a life-threatening condition, according to the Liverpool Echo.
Chief Inspector Ian Jones, of Skelmersdale Police said: "We’re in the very early stages of an investigation and I would appeal to anyone who saw or heard anything or who has information which could assist to get in touch.
"I know that this will have caused a lot of fear in the local community but would like to reassure people that this incident was not directed at the general public and appears to be a targeted attack.
"This level of serious violence is completely unacceptable and we will do all we can to find those responsible."
A Section 60 order, allowing officers to search people and vehicles without suspicion, is in place for the area.
