A MANHUNT has been launched after a “masked shooter” gunned down three people in an alleged drive-by attack.
Cops scrambled to Bulay Road in Huddersfield just after 3pm yesterday following reports a firearm had been discharged.
Andrew Robinson/YorkshireLiveCops rushed to Bulay Road in Huddersfield after three men were injured in the reported shooting[/caption]
Andrew Robinson/YorkshireLiveA cordon was put in place yesterday as officers began their investigation[/caption]
Andrew Robinson/YorkshireLivePolice have urged witnesses to come forward[/caption]
West Yorkshire Police said three men sustained injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment.
The suspects were seen fleeing the scene in a vehicle, said cops.
Officers remain in the area to in carry out investigations and to reassure residents.
Anyone who saw or who has footage of the incident has been asked to contact police.
Eyewitnesses claimed the shots were fired from a car earlier this afternoon and left three men injured.
“I was walking up Bulay Road and then I saw a black car and the driver wound down the window,” one told Yorkshire Live.
“Three shots were fired and he drove off. He had a full balaclava on.”
West Yorkshire Police said in a full statement: “Police were called to Bulay Road, Huddersfield at 3.02pm this afternoon to a report a firearm had been discharged there.
“Three males were reported to have sustained injuries, with suspects fleeing the scene in a vehicle.
“Emergency services attended and the victims have been taken to hospital for treatment.
“Initial enquiries are ongoing and a number of officers are currently in the area to investigate the incident, and also reassure residents.
“Anyone who saw or has footage of what occurred is asked to contact Kirklees Police on 999 referencing police log 1114 of 22 July.
“Information can also be given to the independent Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
Yorkshire Ambulance Service said yesterday: “A number of ambulance resources attended an incident on Bulay Road this afternoon.”
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