In a bid to unravel the mystery surrounding the attempted murder of a 17-year-old boy in Penhill, Crimestoppers is now offering a substantial reward of up to £20,000 for valuable information.
The harrowing incident occurred six months ago on April 24, leaving the teenage victim with life-changing injuries after being shot in the head.
The assault transpired in the early hours of that fateful Monday on Odstock Road in Penhill. The victim, suffering extensive wounds, was swiftly airlifted to John Radcliffe Hospital for urgent medical attention.
CCTV footage captured the presence of five suspects at 12.07am, travelling along Ramsbury Avenue on three electric bikes, with two individuals perched on two of the bikes.
At 12.18am, a sixth unidentified suspect joined the group as they approached the victim.
The emergency services were called shortly after this time to treat the victim.
Beth Simpson, Crimestoppers Wiltshire Regional Manager, expressed deep concern about the case and the reason behind Crimestoppers’ involvement. She stated, “This is a truly awful case, which is why our charity has now become involved. We believe there are people who want to support the young victim, but going to the police is not an option.
“Were you there on the night or have you heard anything about what happened? Coming forward is never easy, but if you contact Crimestoppers, you can still make a difference whilst remaining completely anonymous.”
She emphasised Crimestoppers’ independence from the police and their commitment to providing a secure platform for individuals to share information. “We are independent of the police and exist to give people the courage to speak up. Since we began in the late 1980s, we have always guaranteed anonymity.
“Protecting you is key to everything we do. You can tell Crimestoppers what you know, and we’ll pass it on for you. Your information may help the victim and his family get the justice they deserve, and you could also be eligible for a reward of up to £20,000.”
The reward will only be payable for information passed directly to Crimestoppers or Fearless and not to the police – a reward code must be asked for when calling us on 0800 555 111.
