35-year-old Preston man arrested after attempted drive-by shooting in Ashton

Police say two shots were fired from a "white saloon type car" as it was being driven along Ashton Bank Way at around 8.35pm on Monday (October 12).

Following the shots, which hit a parked black Fiat 500, the vehicle made off from the scene. Officers have confirmed no one was injured.

A 35-year old from Preston was arrested on suspicion of possession of firearms offences on Tuesday (October 13). He has since been bailed pending further enquiries until November 10.

Det Insp George Binns, from Preston Police, said: "We believe that the attack was targeted and is related to an on-going dispute between two groups of people.

"However, the offender(s) have ended up causing damage to an unrelated vehicle. Thankfully no one was injured.

"We need anyone who saw or heard what happened to come forward. Similarly, if you saw the white car involved in the area around the time of the incident, we need to speak to you."

Officers are urging anyone with information to call 01772 209749, quoting incident reference number 1399 of July 12. If you fail to get an answer, call 101.

Alternatively, you can email [email protected] or contact independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.

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