Authorities are searching for a man who allegedly brandished a gun during an attack at a mosque.

Over in Toxteth, Merseyside, police were on the scene outside the Al Rahma mosque. Reports stated that a man had pulled out a gun and run towards two other men. This alarming incident occurred around 2pm yesterday as people were leaving the mosque on Hatherley Street. Apparently, the suspect and another man rode up on their bikes and stopped near the mosque. That's when the suspect got off his bike and made a beeline for the two men, who quickly sought refuge inside the mosque.

Once the suspect reached the front of the mosque, witnesses say he brandished a gun before walking away. He then hopped back on his bike along with his companion, and they rode away towards Grafton Street. Luckily, no shots were fired and no one was hurt during this frightening encounter. The local police force is now actively investigating the situation, but by the time officers arrived on the scene, both the men on the bikes and the targeted men had already left.

A police cordon sealed off the mosque, and authorities have increased patrols in the area while conducting house-to-house inquiries. They are also reviewing CCTV footage in hopes of identifying those involved in the incident. Detective Superintendent Steve Reardon has made a plea for anyone with information to come forward and help take these dangerous individuals off the streets. He also reassured the community that they are working diligently to uncover the full circumstances of the incident and understand the intended targets.

Reardon went on to express his concern for those who witnessed the incident, which happened right as afternoon prayers were concluding. He stressed that there is no place for firearms on the streets and that the police will do everything in their power to eliminate these dangerous weapons and those who use them to terrorize the community. He assured that the police will be out in the coming days, working alongside community organizations and faith leaders to provide reassurance and support.

The detective also emphasized the importance of public cooperation in this matter, as information from the community is crucial in dismantling organized crime groups that plague the streets. He urged anyone who may have seen something or has any footage from the area to come forward. It could be the key to bringing the offenders to justice. So, if you were in the area around 2pm yesterday or have any relevant footage, please reach out to the authorities. Let's work together to make our streets safer and put an end to such senseless acts of violence.

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