A young girl was shot in what authorities suspect to be a racially motivated incident on Chakeshill Drive in Bristol. The nine-year-old victim sustained minor injuries from airgun pellets but has been left deeply affected by the ordeal. The assault is believed to have involved two individuals.
Authorities from Avon and Somerset Police are on the lookout for a white male, aged 17-18, approximately 5ft 11ins tall, with dark blonde hair and a slender face. The suspect was wearing a unique blue padded coat and was seen riding a black electric scooter with white markings at the time of the attack.
Following the shooting, a racial slur was uttered, prompting a thorough investigation by law enforcement. The victim and her family are receiving support as the authorities work to gather more information.
In an official statement, the police stated, “We are seeking details regarding the airgun attack on a nine-year-old girl, treated as a racially aggravated offense. The incident occurred on Thursday 2 September at 1.30pm in Chakeshill Drive, Brentry, Bristol.”
The suspect is described as a white male with specific physical features, and the victim, though not seriously injured, has been left traumatized. Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information or footage of the incident to come forward.
The police are actively pursuing leads and conducting thorough inquiries, including reviewing surveillance footage and engaging with the community for assistance. Witnesses or individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact the police at 101, quoting reference number 5225247677, or submit details through the online appeals form.