Gerald Corrigan was shot in the early hours of Friday April 19, outside his remote home, near Holyhead on Anglesey. The 74-year-old is not thought to have regained consciousness since the shooting after suffering “horrendous” injuries. North Wales Police have now confirmed he died in hospital this morning.

The police said: “Despite the efforts of paramedics and the medical staff who treated Gerald Corrigan, he has tragically died this morning as a result of the injuries he sustained after being shot with a crossbow bolt outside his home address in Holyhead on 19/4/19.”

DCI Brian Kearney added: “This is a truly shocking case and our thoughts are with Gerald’s family and friends at this very sad time.

“The family continue to be supported by specially trained Family Liaison Officers.”

No arrests have yet been made. 

Anyone with any information relating to the investigation is asked to contact officers at Llangefni CID on 101, quoting crime reference number X052857.

The news comes just days after a man was charged with murder after a 38-year-old father was shot down with a crossbow Bootle, Merseyside.

Lee Gerrard Atkins died from abdominal bleeding in the early hours of Monday.

Lee’s devastated mum, Debbie Atkins, paid tribute to her son in a heartbreaking tribute.

She said to the Liverpool Echo: “Lee was a larger than life character. He loved going to the gym and he was such a funny lad, he would banter with anyone.

“Lee had a heart of gold and he looked after his nan every day. His Nan is missing him so much. We are all devastated to lose Lee in such tragic circumstances, we will always love him and miss him.

“Lee is survived by his daughter Courtney who he loved spending time with.

“I’d like to thank the people who cared for Lee in his final moments and I’ve been comforted by all the lovely comments people have posted on social media.

“I’d also like to thank everyone who has donated to Lee’s GoFundMe page, this will help the family to pay for Lee’s funeral.”

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