Two people arrested as man dies following reported shooting

Officers were called to an address in Elm Street at about 5.20pm on Saturday, April 5 following reports of a disturbance.

A 60-year-old man was found to have been shot and despite the best efforts of paramedics, he was sadly declared dead at the scene.

A Durham Constabulary spokesperson said: “An investigation was launched, and on Saturday evening (April 7) police officers arrested a 37-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman on suspicion of conspiracy to murder. They have been taken into police custody where they remain.”

A cordon remained in place on the street across the weekend and Northumbria Police are still appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

Senior Investigating Officer Detective Superintendent Neil Fuller, of Durham Constabulary, said: “Our officers are carrying out extensive enquiries and I am grateful for the support and co-operation we have received from the community so far.

“I would urge anyone who has yet to get in touch with us to do so. Please don’t assume we already know. All relevant lines of enquiry will be explored.

“Our thoughts remain with the man’s family at this time.”

Anyone with any information is asked to call Durham Constabulary on 101, or 999 in an emergency, quoting incident number 302 of April 5.

Information can also be passed on to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.