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The police said that an investigation has been launched into the incident and also appealed witnesses to come forward with information.
Police said that the victim was shot three times which caused soreness but received no serious injury
A nine-year-old girl was shot with an airgun in a racially aggravated assault in UK’s Bristol, police said, adding that patrols have been increased in the area.
Avon and Somerset police said that the incident took place at around 1.30pm in Chakeshill Drive, Brentry, Bristol on Thursday.
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“The offender has been described as a white male, estimated to be 17-18 years old, around 5ft 11in, with dark blonde hair, a slim face, who was wearing a distinctive blue padded coat and riding a black electric scooter with white writing,” they said.
They further said that the victim was shot three times which caused soreness but received no serious injury. “A racial comment was also made during the incident, and she has been left traumatised and is now too frightened to leave the house.”
The police said that an investigation has been launched into the incident and also appealed witnesses to come forward with information.
Neighbourhood Policing Chief Inspector Keith Smith said: “This is a deeply troubling incident targeting a young child and we understand the impact this has had, not only on the victim and their family but also the wider community.
“Officers are actively pursuing lines of enquiry and there will continue to be reassurance patrols in the area. We would also like to stress that at this time we do believe this to be an isolated incident and would encourage anyone with pertinent information to come forward,” he added.
United Kingdom (UK)
September 19, 2025, 19:07 IST
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