Teen, 16, arrested as man, 46, 'shot in the stomach' at house in quiet village
Police and forensic officers at the scene on Balmer Hill(Image: North News & Pictures Ltd)
TL;DR
- A 46-year-old man was critically injured in an alleged shooting in County Durham.
- The incident occurred at an address on Balmer Hill in Gainford on Saturday, August 29.
- A 16-year-old boy and a 20-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
- The injured man sustained birdshot injuries to his abdomen.
- Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information.