Man shot in targeted pub attack

Police are not linking the incident to a shooting in March

A man was shot in both legs in a targeted attack outside a pub in Greater Manchester, police said.

Officers were called to reports of the shooting outside the Dog and Partridge in Irlam o' th' Heights, Salford, on Saturday night.

The 43-year-old victim's injuries are not life-threatening and he is in a stable condition in hospital.

Although another shooting happened near the same pub in March, police are not linking the incidents.

Public's help

A mobile police station has been set up in the area in the hope someone comes forward with information.

Det Insp Howard Millington, of Salford CID, said: "This was a deliberate attack, which must have terrified those who were out last night enjoying a drink and it is fortunate that the victim was not more seriously injured.

"At this stage, there is no evidence to suggest that this shooting is linked to the earlier incident.

"Let me reassure people that there will be increased patrols in the area and officers will be available at the mobile police station if anyone has any information.

"We are doing everything we can to try and track down those responsible for this attack, but we also need the public's help."