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Last Updated: Thursday, 25 March, 2004, 07:24 GMT
Murder hunt opens after shooting
A murder investigation has begun after a man was shot dead at a house in Greater Manchester.

Police were called to a house in Brigade Drive, Stretford, at about 2115 GMT on Wednesday.

The victim was taken to Trafford General Hospital but died shortly after his arrival.

A post-mortem examination on the man - who has not yet been identified - is due to take place. Police are appealing for information about the incident.




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