Murder arrest after teenager dies following suspected burglary in Whaley Bridge

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after a teenager was shot dead in a house and another seriously injured following a suspected burglary.

Derbyshire Police was called to the "targeted incident" on Eccles Road, Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, at 1:20am on Wednesday, 1 May.

A man in his late teens was found with fatal gunshot wounds inside the property.

A second man, also in his teens, was found with a gunshot wound nearby in the same road. He suffered serious injuries and remains in hospital.

Officers say he has been arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary.

A third man, who is in his 50s, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder and remains in police custody.

A fourth man, in his 20s, has been arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary after the vehicle he was travelling in was stopped on the A6 near Chapel-en-le-Frith. He remains in police custody.

Two police cordons are in place at two houses in Eccles Road and will remain for some time.

Divisional Commander Chief Superintendent Dave Kirby, said: “This is an understandably concerning incident for this small rural community.

"However, while we are in the early stages of the investigation, we believe this is a targeted incident.

“Residents will see an increased police presence as enquiries continue and we will give further updates as soon as possible.

"In the meantime, I would ask that people limit speculation and allow officers to conduct their investigation unhindered."