Morecambe shooting: Boy, 13, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
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The man suffered serious injuries in the shooting in Morecambe
A 13-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was shot in the face.
The man in his 20s suffered facial injuries in the shooting in an alleyway off Skipton Street, Morecambe, just before 18:00 GMT on Monday.
Lancashire Police said the man was taken to hospital where he remains in a serious but stable condition.
The 13-year-old boy, from Lancaster, remains in police custody for questioning.
Police have increased patrols in the area as investigations continue.
Det Ch Insp James Edmonds said: "This incident has left a man with some very serious injuries and I would appeal to anyone who has any information to come forward and speak to us."
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