Hunt for gunman who fled on e-bike after Bristol shooting
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Police hunt for gunman who fled on e-bike after shooting in Bristol.
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Police in Bristol are searching for a gunman who opened fire on a man in his 20s and then fled the scene on an e-bike. The victim suffered injuries described as potentially life-changing, indicating severe harm. The use of an e-bike as an escape vehicle suggests the shooter may have planned a swift getaway through urban streets where vehicles might face congestion. The incident highlights the persistence of gun violence in the UK city and raises questions about how the suspect managed to acquire and carry a firearm. Authorities have appealed for public information to track down the gunman.
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