In a shocking turn of events, a shooting incident in Bradford has left one man fighting for his life, prompting a major manhunt for 24-year-old Luqman Khan. At approximately 10:59 BST on Wednesday, the victim, a 28-year-old local resident, was shot at the junction of Gaythorne Road and Parsonage Road in West Bowling. Police have confirmed that the injured party remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The investigation has revealed that Khan, who is from Bradford, may have left the area, with intelligence suggesting he could be in Suffolk. Specifically, police are focusing on the Ipswich or Felixstowe areas, prompting a nationwide alert to locate him. The search for Khan has been widened across the country, as detectives work tirelessly to bring him to justice.
Two men were arrested on Friday on suspicion of assisting an offender, with one individual apprehended in West Bowling and another in Ipswich. A vehicle was also recovered in West Bowling, highlighting the thoroughness of the police operation. Detective Chief Inspector Dan Bates is leading the inquiry and has urged anyone with information about Khan's whereabouts to contact the police immediately.
DCI Bates described the incident as "clearly a very serious matter" and acknowledged the concern it has caused within the local community. He stressed that locating Khan is of utmost importance in their ongoing enquiries. The swift arrests demonstrate the police's commitment to tackling serious crime and protecting the public.