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Woman rushed to hospital after being shot at home as cops launch urgent hunt for gunman

A WOMAN was rushed to hospital today after being shot at home in the early hours.

Cops raced to the scene in Dudley, West Midlands early this morning when reports of two shots came in.

Road closed due to police investigation.
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Police are investigating a chilling shooting in the West Midlands[/caption]

Police officers investigating a shooting at a house.
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The shooter is still missing[/caption]

Forensic officer investigating a shooting at a home.
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Police are appealing to neighbours and friends for information[/caption]

The incident occurred in Dudley, West Midlands, on July 3.

A spokesperson West Midlands Police said: “An investigation has been launched after a woman was shot at an address in Dudley.

“We were called to reports of a firearms discharge at an address in Priory Road, Dudley, just after midnight today.

“Two shots were fired at an address, and a woman was hit by one of the shots.

“She was taken to hospital with serious injuries, where she remains.”

The road has been closed by police who will be remaining in the area.

Reassurance patrols will also be deployed in a bid to make residents feel at ease.

Now, cops are appealing to anyone with information about the incident.

A spokesperson for the force said: “Anyone who witnessed the incident, or may have dash cam or doorbell footage, is asked to get in touch with us via 101, quoting log 66 of 3 July.”

They added that Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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