Third arrest after man, 21, shot in Huddersfield

Police have made a further arrest after a man was shot in his car in Huddersfield on Monday night.

The victim, 21, was injured after being approached by two men in Walpole Road in Huddersfield on Monday night.

Police made two arrests but said in the early hours of this morning a third man had been held, following arrest warrants at addresses on Greenwood Street and Birkhouse Lane.

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A spokesman said: "A 21-year-old man was arrested and remains in police custody at this time. Enquiries remain ongoing.

The man was shot in Walpole Road, HuddersfieldThe man was shot in Walpole Road, Huddersfield
The man was shot in Walpole Road, Huddersfield

"Police would urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information to come forward and speak to the police to assist with our enquiries."

On Tuesday the victim was said to be in a stable condition. His injuries were not thought to be life threatening.