Attendees at a party are being asked to come forward after a man was shot dead.

Police were called to reports of gunshots heard in Forest Rise, Waltham Forest on Saturday (August 13) just before 9.30pm.

At the time officers were told that an injured man was taken to hospital in a private vehicle, but the man, 25, died in hospital.

A crime scene was established at the location and there has been an increased police presence in the area since the shooting.

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Detective Chief Inspector Laurence Smith said that police are keeping an “open mind”, but the force believes it may have been a targeted attack.

He said: “This is a thoroughly senseless act that has led to the loss of a young man’s life. It is vital that we speak to anyone who witnessed what happened so we can give his family the answers they deserve.”

The chief inspector continued: “We understand that there was a party going on at a nearby community centre at the time of the shooting.

“It is possible that attendees may have seen what happened. We need you to speak to us.”

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Chief Superintendent Simon Crick said: “I am deeply saddened and appalled that another young man has lost his life on our streets. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims’ family at this time.

“I am acutely aware of how concerning this incident will be for our local community. Last week more of your officers were deployed into key locations in Waltham Forest to provide high visibility re-assurance. This will continue this week.

 “We have also seen additional resources provided to us from our violent crime task force. Violence suppression continues daily in many ways across Waltham Forest. Your officers will be in the vicinity of this tragic incident today. I urge anyone who has any concerns or information to speak with them.”

Anyone who was at the party near the shooting or has information that could help the investigation is asked to call 101 referencing 7405/14Aug.

Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.