A man is in critical condition at the hospital after being shot in the head in a drive-by shooting incident that occurred in Bradford. The victim, a 28-year-old male, sustained life-threatening injuries on Gaythorne Road, West Bowling, Bradford, West Yorkshire. Police investigations suggest that the shooting took place from a white BMW, which was later discovered burnt out over a mile away.

Witnesses reported hearing gunshots, prompting a swift response from law enforcement and emergency services. Residents in the area described the chaotic scene as police and ambulances arrived immediately after the gunfire. One witness mentioned hearing two distinct gunshots before the authorities arrived on the scene.

Following the shooting, residents observed a significant presence of police and emergency services in the vicinity. Another witness mentioned mistaking the sound of a car fire for a regular backyard fire, only to realize the severity of the situation upon seeing the flames engulfing the vehicle.

Detective Chief Inspector Dan Bates of West Yorkshire Police’s Homicide and Major Enquiry Team emphasized the gravity of the incident, labeling it as a targeted attack. Authorities are conducting thorough investigations and have increased police patrols to ensure community safety in the aftermath of the shooting.

The local fire service confirmed responding to reports of a car on fire in the area. A crew from Bradford promptly extinguished the flames upon arrival at the scene.

Notably, the shooting occurred near the location where Junaid Khan, a 19-year-old, was tragically murdered in June of the previous year.