Gorse Hill shooting: two in court

By Barrie Hudson - 19 October 2026

Crime

Two men have appeared in court in connection with a shooting in Swindon's Gorse Hill.

Just before 9pm on 19 June, a 34-year-old man suffered life-changing injuries in an incident on St Paul's Street.
Dylan Anthony, 19, and Kyron Anthony, 20, both of Milton Road, Swindon, have appeared at Swindon Crown Court charged with attempted murder, causing grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.
Dylan Anthony pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. He pleaded not guilty to attempted murder.
Kyron Anthony pleaded not guilty to causing grievous bodily harm with intent. He had previously pleaded not guilty to possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence and attempted murder.
A trial is scheduled to begin on 2 November 2 at Swindon Crown Court.
Eight people were initially arrested following the incident. The remaining six have since been released with no further action.

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