Gun crime: Detectives make another arrest after shots fired in Huddersfield

Detectives have made another arrest as the investigation continues into four firearms incidents in Huddersfield.

West Yorkshire Police said a 22-year-old man was arrested in the town this morning on suspicion of firearms offences, including possession of a firearm.

A spokesman said the man was being held in custody.

He is the seventh person to have been arrested by the force's specialist Firearms Prevent Team as enquiries continue into four shootings and a linked affray in the local area.

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A 17-year-old man who was arrested yesterday on suspicion of firearms offences also remains in custody today.

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Detective Chief Inspector Jaz Khan, of the Firearms Prevent Team, said: "We are continuing extensive enquiries into last week's discharges and are also continuing to conduct house searches in the Huddersfield area today.

"We urge anyone who has information about any of these incidents to contact the team."

Call 101 to pass on information to the Firearms Prevent Team.

Information can also be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.