POLICE have launched a manhunt following a doorstep shooting.

A 27-year-old man was shot in the leg after answering the door at his home in Broomside Lane, Belmont, near Durham City at around 6pm last night.

He was taken to the University Hospital of North Durham but discharged himself three hours later.

Police are searching for two men in connection with the incident.

Anyone with information should contact Durham City Police Station on 0191 386 4222 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

Updated: 11.30 Friday, April 20