Boy, 16, shoots himself with gun he finds on Bradford estate

Police were called to an address in Lymington Drive on the Holme Wood estate on Wednesday morning, after receiving reports that the youngster had shot himself in the foot.

It is understood the boy found the gun, which was loaded, in a garden on the estate.

Three local men aged 33, 20 and 21 were arrested at the scene.

A police spokesman said: “Police were called at about 8.30am to Lymington Drive following reports that a 16 year-old male had received a self-inflicted shotgun wound to his foot.

“He was taken to hospital with injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening.

“Three local men were subsequently arrested and inquiries remain ongoing.

“Neighbourhood Policing Team officers are patrolling the area to offer reassurance for local residents.”

Holme Wood is a sprawling suburban estate which over the years has gained a reputation for crime and anti-social behaviour.