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Girl, 9, shot dead in Liverpool as police hunt gunman

'This cowardly individual does not deserve to be walking the streets'

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson - 23rd August 2022

A murder investigation has been launched in Liverpool following the fatal shooting of a nine-year-old girl.

The child suffered a gunshot injury to the chest and was rushed to hospital – she has since sadly died.

Two adults were also injured in the ‘truly shocking’ incident.

Merseyside Police are now urgently appealing for information that could track down the gunman.

Officers were called to a house on Kingsheath Avenue in Knotty Ash at 10pm on Monday 22 August, to reports that an unknown male had fired a gun inside.

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A man suffered gunshot wounds to his body and a woman suffered a gunshot injury to her hand, both of whom are receiving treatment for their injuries in hospital.

The next of kin of the young girl have been informed and are being supported by specially trained family liaison officers.

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A cordon is in place in the area while house-to-house, CCTV and forensic enquiries are carried out.

Kingsheath Avenue in Liverpool, where a 9-year-old girl has been fatally shot. Credit: Google Maps

Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims said: “This is a truly shocking incident in which tragically a young and innocent girl has been shot and sadly died.

“Our thoughts and condolences go to her family and friends at this very difficult time. No parent should ever have to suffer the loss of a child in these dreadful circumstances.

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“This crime is abhorrent and our communities must come forward and tell us who is responsible.

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“This cowardly individual does not deserve to be walking the streets and I would urge those who know anything to speak to us and tell us what they know so that we can put the person responsible behind bars where they belong.

“We are carrying out a number of lines of enquiry as a matter of urgency and would ask for dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone footage from anyone who lives, works or was visiting the area of Kingsheath Avenue last night.”

Anyone with information is asked to DM @MerPolCC or call @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111 quoting log 1083 of 22nd August.

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Teenager stabbed to death at house party in Leeds named, as murder investigation launched

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A 17-year-old who was fatally stabbed at a house party in Leeds has been named by police, as a murder investigation is launched.

The victim has been named as Trust Junior Jordan Gangata, known to his loved ones as TJ.

TJ was fatally wounded in an incident at a house in Salisbury Grove, Armley, in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Four men have been arrested on suspicion of murder – an 18 year old man from Huddersfield, and three men from Bradford, one aged 18 and two aged 19. They remain in custody.

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Alan Weekes said: “Trust’s family are going through an incredibly difficult time, and we have specially trained family liaison officers supporting them.

“We are keeping them fully updated as we continue to progress the investigation into his murder, with the four men we have arrested remaining in custody.

“Trust’s family have asked that people respect their privacy as they try to come to terms with having him taken from them in such sudden and violent circumstances.

“We continue to appeal for anyone who was at the party where Trust was attacked and who has any information that could assist the investigation to come forward and tell us what they know.”

Paying tribute to TJ was his sixth form college, Notre Dame Sixth Form College.

They wrote: “It is with great sadness to report that one of our Lower Sixth students, Trust ‘TJ’ Gangata, tragically lost his life in the early hours of Sunday morning. The College community is devastated by this news and we have him, his family, and his friends in our thoughts and prayers.

A tribute to Trust Junior Jordan Gangata. Credit: Notre Dame Sixth Form College

“Students, particularly his friends, will find this news very difficult to understand and accept. Our Achievement Tutors, Safeguarding Team, and College Counsellors are available to all who need support. The Chapel is also available for all who need a quiet space.

“Trust’s teachers described him as a “friendly, sociable, and kind student who always contributed positively in class”. Friends of Trust called him “hardworking, funny, and loyal” who was “a role model to his friends and always had a smile on his face”.”

A scene remains in place around the address in Salisbury Grove to undergo forensic examination and specialist searches.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team via 101 quoting Operation Pedalbourne reference 13230154405 or online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat

Information can be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Body of former Wigan Warriors rugby star Bryn Hargreaves found, 14 months after going missing

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The body of Bryn Hargreaves, a rugby star who was first reported missing 14 months ago, has been found, his family has confirmed.

The tragic update comes more than a year after the former Wigan Warriors player vanished from his home in West Virginia.

A statement earlier this month from Monongalia County Sheriff confirmed that human remains had been discovered in the Cheat Lake area.

Bryn’s family have now confirmed that the 36-year-old’s body has finally been found, adding that the cause of death is still unknown.

His brother Gareth posted: “RIP Bryn Hargreaves. With incredible sadness I can confirm after 14 months we have finally found Bryn.

Bryn Hargreaves. Credit: findbrynjack.com
Bryn Hargreaves
Bryn Hargreaves. Credit: Monongalia County Sheriff

“We still do not know the cause of death or what actually happened on 3/1/22. Thanks to all those that have helped in the search. We would appreciate a little space and will keep you updated when we have any further information.”

Bryn’s mother, Maria Andrews, also shared the news, writing: “Not something I wanted to be sharing. I’m in bits #heartbroken my beautiful son Bryn i can’t think of any words to describe the pain xx.”

His sister-in-law posted on Facebook: “It is with great sadness that it has been confirmed that Bryn has now been found . Cause of death has not yet been determined and updates will be given when there is more information. A massive thank you to everyone for their time and support throughout the last 14 months. Bryn, you’re now at peace.”

Tributes have begun to flood in for the former league star, who played over his career for Wigan Warriors, St Helens, Bradford Bulls and Leigh Centurions.

Bradford Bulls shared: “We are extremely saddened to learn the body of former player Bryn Hargreaves has been found. Our thoughts and condolences are with Bryn’s family and friends at this difficult time.”

Wigan Warriors wrote: “Wigan Warriors are saddened to learn of the passing of former player, Bryn Hargreaves. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.”

Sky Sports Rugby League said: “The Rugby League community is saddened to learn of the passing of former player, Bryn Hargreaves. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.”

Featured image: Monongalia County Sheriff

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