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Woman, 83, Hospitalized After Monks Eleigh Shooting as Man in His 80s Is Arrested

Detectives say no further suspects are sought, with a witness appeal citing West Suffolk CID reference CAD 255.

Overview

  • Police were called just before 4.10pm on Thursday to a home on The Street in Monks Eleigh after reports of a firearm discharge.
  • The woman sustained a chest injury thought to have been caused by an air weapon and was taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital in a serious but stable condition.
  • A man in his 80s was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and remains in custody at Bury St Edmunds for questioning.
  • Officers maintain a cordon at the property as West Suffolk CID continues inquiries and confirms they are not seeking anyone else.
  • Witnesses are asked to contact West Suffolk CID quoting CAD 255 of February 26 as detectives pursue information about the incident.