A convenience store that was rocked by a terrifying ‘targeted attack’ has been granted a 24 hour alcohol licence despite concerns it would not be appropriate for the area. Da Shop, in Cheadle Hulme, Stockport was the scene of what was understood to be a gang-related shooting in June 2021, leading to the arrest of a 15-year-old boy for attempted murder.
The 'bungled hit' was swiftly followed by the arrest of a 16-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man. The attack on the Worcester Road shop was foiled after a fogging device was activated by staff - although licensing chiefs heard four blanks were fired during the incident, including three in store and one at a passing motorist.
It was mentioned in a council report to the authority’s licensing sub-committee, which recommended the application should be refused on the grounds it was not suitable for a residential area. But Nick Semper, representing the applicant, said the incident should have no bearing on an application to sell alcohol and late night refreshments 24 hours a day.
