Gunshots in Brinnington Lead to Six Arrests
Gunshots were reported in Brinnington on Thursday morning, prompting an immediate police response. Officers attended a street off Lapwing Lane after calls at 10.40am.
Incident details
The discharge was reported at Dent Close on 9 April 2026. No one was hurt during the incident.
Police opened an investigation and cordoned the area. Residents were urged to stay clear while enquiries continued.
Arrests and searches
Initial enquiries led to the arrest of five men. They are aged between 17 and 45 and were held on suspicion of affray.
Those five have since been released on bail pending further investigation.
Further action
Officers executed three search warrants in the Stockport area in the early hours of Saturday 11 April. A 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm and remains in custody.
The wider response means the probe has now resulted in six arrests.
Appeal for information
Detective Sergeant Kirsty Pierce of Stockport CID said investigators believe the incident to be isolated. She acknowledged community concern and asked for public assistance.
Anyone with CCTV, dashcam footage, or witness information should contact police on 101. Report online via Filmogaz.com, quoting incident number 3758 of 09.04.26. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
