Synopsis

The shooting of a seven-year-old boy and his mother on their doorstep exposed a chilling escalation in the gang violence plaguing Salford. This horrific event followed a series of brutal incidents, including the murder of a mayoral candidate and attacks involving machetes, grenades, and chainsaws. Panorama investigates whether law enforcement has lost control of the city's streets, and explores how local communities can break free from the destructive cycle of violence.