Detectives have launched an investigation after someone fired a shotgun at a man in his 20s in Aylesbury.

At around 12.50am today (Monday), the man suffered significant injuries to his hand, face and body after a shotgun was fired towards him in North Drive.

He was taken to hospital where he remains.

Investigating officer Detective Inspector James Mather, of Aylesbury Police Station, said: “I understand that this incident will have caused concern in the community, but I would like to reassure the public that we are carrying out a full investigation into this offence.

“People in the area might see an increased police presence while our investigation takes place.

“Anyone who was in the area at the time and who saw or heard anything is asked to contact police.

“Any information would be helpful to our investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting 43180376542, or make a report online at www.thamesvalley.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.