A motorist told the Rhys Jones murder trial today that the gunman narrowly avoided being hit as he cycled from the scene of the crime.

A 15-YEAR-OLD boy was in custody last night over the shooting of 11-year-old Rhys Jones, as the detective heading the inquiry made a personal plea for one crucial witness to come forward.

A 15-year-old youth was arrested today by detectives investigating the murder of 11-year-old Rhys Jones, Merseyside Police said.

Police hunting the killer of 11-year-old Rhys Jones sealed off a section of woodland close to the scene in Liverpool today.