A MAN is fighting for his life after being shot.

Police received reports that a man had been shot on Bickershaw Lane, Wigan, at around 4.20pm today.

The man, in his 50s, was taken to hospital with a gunshot wound. His condition is believed to be life-threatening.

According to police, a black Audi was seen in the area a short time before the victim was shot.

Inspector Mark Ainscough, of GMP’s Wigan district, said: “The man’s injuries are believed to be life-threatening, and now that he is receiving medical treatment, our priority is to find those responsible for this shooting.

“I can appreciate that incidents such as this will cause a lot of concern in the community but I would like to reassure the public that we have launched a full investigation into what happened.

“A scene will remain in place as our officers continue their enquiries.

“I am appealing for the public’s help to gather more information and need people who saw what happened to come forward.”

Anybody with information should contact police on 0161 856 7957, quoting log 1931 of 19/09/2019 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.