Fatal shooting incident in Melton sparks armed police lockdown

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A man died in a suspected shooting and three people were arrested in a major incident that saw a village sealed off by armed police.

Officers were called to an address in Melton, west of Hull, at around 5pm on Tuesday after reports from the public of a disturbance, possibly involving a gun.

When police arrived, one man was found to have suffered serious wounds. He was treated by paramedics but died at the scene.

A second man was also treated at the scene, but is injuries were not thought to be life threatening.

According to reports, armed police were stationed outside a local hospital where the man is believed to be receiving treatment.

Humberside police said three men were arrested at the scene and were helping with inquiries.

A force spokesman said: "Police were called to a residential property in the Melton Old Road area of Melton at around 1700 this evening following reports of a disturbance possibly involving a firearm.

"On arrival, officers found one man at the address who had suffered serious injuries. He was treated at the scene by paramedics but sadly pronounced deceased.

"A second man was also found at the address having been injured, however his injuries are not life threatening.

"Following initial inquiries, three men were arrested in connection with the incident.

"A large area around the scene at Melton Old Road remains closed at this time as officers conduct inquiries in order to establish the circumstances which lead to the incident.

"I would advise the public to avoid the area at this time as there may be some disruption while the incident is cleared."