Man shot and injured in 'targeted attack'

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Image caption, Police are appealing for information after the shooting on Ormonde Crescent

A man has been shot and injured in what police believe is a targeted attack.

The victim, in his 30s, self-presented at hospital after suffering a leg injury in the attack in Ormonde Crescent, Kirkby, at about 21:00 BST on Saturday, Merseyside Police said.

He is in a serious but stable condition.

Police appealed for information, saying 鈥渁 group of males鈥 in black clothing were riding bikes on the road just before the shooting.

They then fled towards Mintor Road and Simonswood Lane.

'Shocking incident'

Ch Insp Paul Rannard, from Merseyside Police, said the force believed "this was a targeted attack鈥.

"Fortunately, the man鈥檚 injuries are not life threatening, but I understand this is a shocking incident for the local community and they will be understandably concerned by what has happened.鈥

Police officers will patrol the area in coming days and have appealed for anyone with footage to contact them.

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