The victim of a shooting in Woolwich is seriously ill in hospital having sustained life-changing injuries.
Police and armed officers were called to Granby House in Woolwich on Monday (June 10) at around 10.35pm to a gun being fired.
No victim could be located at the scene, but sometime later a man in his 20s arrived at hospital with a gunshot injury.
Police have today confirmed that he remains in hospital in a serious condition with life-changing injuries.
No arrests have been made and enquiries remain ongoing.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Information can be reported by contacting police on 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC quoting the reference CAD 7941/10Jun.
Information can also be reported anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by contacting 0800 555 111
Detective Constable Nick Fletcher of Specialist Crime Trident, who is leading the investigation, said: “The victim of this shooting remains seriously ill and we are doing everything we can to find the person or people responsible for this attack.
“Anyone who witnessed this incident, or who has information that could assist police, is asked to get in contact immediately. If you do not feel confident speaking to a police officer, you can speak to the independent charity Crimestoppers.
“Finding those who carry and use firearms is one of our top priorities in order to protect our communities from serious violence and harm.”
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