Second man arrested over Shrewsbury gun incident

Police have arrested a second man over an incident in the Ditherington area of Shrewsbury.

A 16 year-old male, from Liverpool, has been arrested in Whitchurch this afternoon, on suspicion of possession of a firearm and on suspicion of assaulting police officer.

The arrest is in connection to an incident which took place yesterday in the Ditherington area of Shrewsbury at around 6am. Police received a report that two males, who were thought to have a gun, were attempting to force entry into a property. One of the males, a 16 year-old from the Shrewsbury, was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm and on suspicion of assaulting police. He has today been released on police bail.

A pistol, which is believed to be a replica, was recovered by officers yesterday. It is currently being examined.

Anyone who has any information should contact West Mercia Police on 101, quoting reference number 0046S of June 11, 2015.

Information can be given via the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or their website www.crimestoppers.org.uk