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Gun attack arrest as man injured in shooting
- Author, Evie Lake
- Role, 大象传媒 News, North East and Cumbria
A man has been shot and injured in a gun attack.
Firearms officers were among those sent to the scene of the shooting in the Headlam Green area of Byker, Newcastle, just before 14:00 BST on Wednesday.
The victim, who is aged in his 40s, was taken to hospital for treatment, but police said his injuries are not thought to be life threatening.
A 21-year-old man has been arrested and remains in custody for questioning.
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