Man arrested after 19-year-old was shot in the leg three times in Basingstoke

• Police officers and forensics are at the scene. Credit: Hampshire & IoW News 

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 19-year-old man was shot in the leg in Basingstoke.

The victim was at a playing field on Tewkesbury Close in Popley at 11:41pm on Wednesday 1 February when he sustained three wounds to his leg.

He was taken to hospital and his injuries are not thought to be live threatening.

Last night (Thursday 2 February), officers arrested an 18-year-old man from Basingstoke on suspicion of attempted murder.

He is currently in police custody.

Police are continuing to carry out patrols in the area and are reassuring residents that they believe it was an isolated incident. Officers will be at the scene over the next few days.

Detective Chief Inspector Emma Crute from Northern Investigation Team said: "This is an extremely serious incident in which a 19-year-old man has sustained three gun-shot wounds to his leg. 

"This is a fast paced and complex investigation and we are working hard to establish the exact circumstances and identify those involved.

"I would like to thank everyone who has already come forward to tell us what they know. Each piece of information received is a vital piece of the puzzle that will help us identify those responsible.

"I urge anyone who has any information, no matter how small it may seem, to get in touch."

People with information are being asked to contact the police by calling 101 or quoting reference 44230044089.