Woman, 72, injured in 'targeted' drive-by shooting

Investigations into the shooting are underway. Credit: PA

A 72-year-old woman has been injured in a "targeted" drive-by shooting in Liverpool.

The woman was shot in the leg by a gunman riding a motorbike while standing in the doorway of her home.

Merseyside Police said the woman - who is in a stable condition - was shot by one of two men on a motorbike at around 6.10pm on Tuesday evening, before the pair rode away from the scene in Peckmill Green in the Netherley area of the city.

Police at the scene in Peckmill Green. Credit: PA

The shooting is now being investigated by the Matrix serious organised crime unit, and while the motive is said to be unclear, the attack is believed to be targeted.

Detective Chief Inspector Mark Tivendale said: "Criminals who choose to settle their disputes with a weapon do not care about the widespread fear they bring to their own communities. We cannot and will not stand by and let people like that rule the roost."

Anyone with information on the attack should contact the police on 101.