Special police powers have been extended in the area where two men were shot.
Armed police attended Netherfield Road on Wednesday after an 18-year-old took himself to hospital with gunshot wounds to his legs at around 10.30pm. Officers believe the man was shot near Everton Park.
At the scene they found a second man, aged 24, also with gunshot wounds to his legs. He was also taken to hospital. Both men remained in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries this afternoon.
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Merseyside Police put a Section 60 Order in place at 3pm on Thursday, December 14, giving them enhanced stop and search powers. The order lasted until 3pm today but will now be extended until the same time tomorrow.
During the first 24-hour period of the order, a number of people were arrested and suspected drugs and a knife were seized. The extra powers are in place in the area including Walton Breck Road, Oakfield Road, West Derby Road, Low Hill, Erskine Street, Islington, Hunter Street, Byrom Street, Scotland Road, Everton Valley and all roads within.
Inspector of Local Policing Chris Taylor said: “During the first 24-hour period that this Section 60 Order was in force, officers managed to take drugs and a dangerous weapon off our streets.
“We hope that this Order provided local residents with reassurance that Merseyside Police will do everything in our power to disrupt those who are intent on causing violence in our communities.
"It has now been extended and will be in force for another 24 hours until 3pm tomorrow. Such action isn’t about bothering anyone going about their daily business or preventing people from meeting with friends. It’s simply about taking action to reduce violence and make sure that everyone can feel safe where they live.
“Patrols have also been stepped up to reassure our residents so if you have any information on any offences in the area please speak with our officers.”
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