A murder probe has been launched after a man was shot dead in broad daylight in a street in Liverpool.
Police were called shortly before 11.30am today to the Belle Vale area of Liverpool to reports that a 27-year-old had been shot.
Armed police attended and North West Ambulance Service treated the victim at the scene for critical injuries to the head and torso.
He was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later.
Police say they are hunting a suspect who had been riding a bicycle at the scene.
The suspect is described as being in his late 20s, of medium build, dressed all in black and wearing a high-vis orange jacket.
Detective Chief Superintendent Natalie Perischine said: “The investigation into this shocking incident is in its very early stages, and we are keen to speak to anyone who may have information which could help us establish the full circumstances and find those responsible."
Anyone with information is asked to direct message the Merseyside Police social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook Merseyside Police CC.
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