Police probe after hooded gunman in Telford street chase
Police have carried out house-to-house inquiries after reports that a hooded person was seen in a chase with a handgun in Telford at the weekend.
It follows reports of a chase on foot between the occupants of two cars parked in the Leegomery area on Saturday night.
The black BMW and the Silver VW Polo were seen in Grainger Drive at around 7.15pm. The occupants got out and a brief chase ensued towards Catterick Close.
It it believed the BMW's occupant was wearing a balaclava and may have been carrying a handgun. The person soon returned to the car and it drove off.
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Detective Chief Inspector Jason Wells said: "The incident was reported to us by members of the public and we have been to the scene and carried out a thorough search of the area.
"As a result of our search we believe that no shots were fired, however, we are keeping an open mind.
"Nobody appears to have been injured, but this report is obviously extremely concerning. We have carried out a number of enquiries, which will continue during the next few days.
"These include carrying out house-to-house enquiries, additional patrols and identifying CCTV opportunities.
"We would like to reassure members of the public that we are doing all we can to identify those involved.
Anyone with information can contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
