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A murder inquiry has begun after a man was shot dead at his home in Shotts in the early hours of the morning.
Thirty-five-year-old Anthony Wright was shot while he was outside his home in Inverkip Drive, Shotts, around 7am on Wednesday morning.
According to reports, Mr Wright was approached by the gunman on his driveway, and was shot once on the driveway and a second time as the gunman ran away.
STV reporter Debi Edward, who was at the scene, said neighbours were reluctant to speak openly about Mr Wright. Forensic teams in white body suits were in the street investigating an area which has been covered with a large white tarpaulin.
Mr Wright was taken by ambulance to Wishaw General Hospital, where he later died. No one else was injured as a result of the disturbance.
Police have not released a description of the suspect, who is said to have made off on foot across nearby wasteground and was last seen at the back of Inverkip Drive.
Speaking on Wednesday, Detective Superintendent John McSporran said:
"Extensive door-to-door enquiries are ongoing and I would appeal once again to anyone who was in the Inverkip Drive area at that time to come forward. Officers from the enquiry team are also keen to talk to anyone who may have seen the suspect heading towards wasteground at the back of Inverkip Drive.
"I would ask members of the public who have not yet come forward and know something about this crime, to speak to police as a matter of urgency.
"I have no doubt that there are people out there who know who was involved in this crime and who may have reservations about coming forward. I would urge them to do so without delay as it is vital that the killer is arrested and brought to justice. Information can be given in confidence to Crimstoppers on 0800 555 111."
Anyone with information can also contact the Incident Room at Coatbridge Police Office on telephone number 01236 452146.
A full report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.
Last updated: 09 June 2010, 20:20 GMT
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A man has died after he was shot outside his house in , Scotland, United Kingdom. Anthony Wright, aged 35, was shot outside his household in the rural town of  at approximately 0700  (0800 ) on Wednesday.

Police think that Wright, who was shot twice, was the anticipated target. An ambulance then transported him to ; he died in the hospital later that day.

A murder investigation has begun outside Wright's house. A completed report is expected to be submitted to the  later on. No other injuries were reported as a result of this incident occurring. 

A description of the suspect's appearance has not been disclosed by the police. The police have not offered any motive for the crime. Reports say that the suspect left the crime scene on foot, going across some wasteland; he was last sighted at the rear of Inverkip Drive. One nearby resident, who is remaining unidentified, commented about Wright: "We don't know the man well but he had a boy at the high school and three wee tots. It's shocking really."

Detective Superintendent John McSporran stated on Wednesday, "Extensive door-to-door enquiries are ongoing and I would appeal once again to anyone who was in the Inverkip Drive area at that time to come forward. Officers from the enquiry team are also keen to talk to anyone who may have seen the suspect heading towards wasteground at the back of Inverkip Drive."

McSporran urged individuals who know about the incident to speak with law enforcement, "I would ask members of the public who have not yet come forward and know something about this crime, to speak to police as a matter of urgency. I have no doubt that there are people out there who know who was involved in this crime and who may have reservations about coming forward. I would urge them to do so without delay as it is vital that the killer is arrested and brought to justice."