Man injured and pet dog killed after masked gunman fired through letterbox

Emergency services were called at about 10.30pm on Tuesday 23 July. Credit: Liverpool Echo

A man has been taken to hospital and a pet dog has died after a shooting at a house in the Walton area of Liverpool.

Police believe two men wearing balaclavas and gloves fired through the letterbox of a house on Ripon Street.

The victim had just run into the house after being approached by the men.

The victim ran inside when two masked men approached. Credit: Liverpool Echo

The 36 year old is being treated for gunshot wounds to the leg.

Police are working to identify the offenders, who was last seen running off in the direction of Goodison Road.

Anyone with information or who may have dashcam footage from the area on the evening of 23 July is asked to contact Merseyside Police.

The motive for the attack is unknown, Merseyside Police said. Credit: Liverpool Echo