COPS are desperately hunting for two men suspected to be involved in an acid attack with no arrests made after a week.
Emergency services rushed to a property on Lipson Road in Plymouth, just before 4am on February 21 after reports of a disturbance.
Devon and Cornwall Police said two men forced their way into the property and used acid to assault a man in his 30s.
The victim remains in a serious condition in hospital.
Det Supt John Bancroft said the suspects, both described as black males in their early 20s, were no longer believed to be in Wiltshire.
He added: “This is a large-scale investigation, and we are working really closely with partner agencies including the National Crime Agency to locate the suspects.
“This was a brutal and terrifying attack on a man who remains in a very serious condition.
“His family are continuing to be supported by our specialist officers.
“This was an isolated and targeted attack, which we believe is related to organised crime.”
Det Supt Bancroft said the force was working with partner agencies including the National Crime Agency to locate the suspects.
He continued: “We are carrying out both national and international enquiries in our commitment to apprehend those responsible.
“We have seen much speculation online about the alleged suspects and the circumstances of the incident, which are untrue.
“The facts of the matter are outlined in this press release, and we urge the public to look to official sources for the facts surrounding this incident.
“We would like to thank everyone who has come forward following previous appeals, our enquiries have taken us further afield and we can confirm that we no longer believe the suspects to be in Wiltshire.
“The individuals we are looking to speak to are both described as being black males, both in their early 20s.”
Cops urged anyone with information to come forward immediately.
Anybody who has yet to speak to police and who may have information or relevant CCTV or dashcam footage is asked to contact police on 101 or via their website quoting log 69 of 21 February.
Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling freephone 0800 555 111.
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