Two 21-year-olds deny attempted murder after Wolverhampton shooting
Two 21-year-olds have pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and carrying a firearm after a man was shot in a Wolverhampton street.
The male victim was shot in Westbourne Road on December 18 last year and sustained serious but not life threatening injuries.
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West Midlands Police launched a major investigation into the shooting.
Westbourne Road was closed to the public as officers conducted a finger tip search looking for bullets and spent bullet casings.
They arrested Ilir Hoxha, of no fixed abode, in January and Ethan Edwards, of Upper Villiers Road, Wolverhampton in March.
The pair appeared at Wolverhampton Crown Court on Wednesday charged with attempted murder and having a firearm with intent to commit an offence.
The pair pleaded not guilty to both charges.
Justice Michael Chambers KC told the defendants they would now have to stand trial.
He said: "Due to the serious nature of these offences both defendants will be remanded in custody until a trial takes place.
"I am adjourning this case until the trial which will be held later this year. You will have to work with your legal team on a defence statement which will need to be completed before you next appear before this court."