One arrested in Ladbroke Grove shooting in London

Admin I Wednesday, November 27, 2024

 

LONDON –  Detectives investigating a shooting incident at Ladbroke Grove where a man and a child were injured have arrested a 32 year old man on suspicion of attempted murder.

The 32-year-old man  according to the London Metropolitan Police was arrested on  Tuesday, 26 November on suspicion of the attempted murder of two people and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody.

“Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances which led to a 34-year-old man and an eight-year-old girl suffering injuries following the shooting in Southern Row, W10 at around 17:30hrs on Sunday, 24 November”, the police said, adding that the man suffered potentially life-changing injuries but that the girl’s injuries are not life-threatening.

“A 22-year-old man [A] was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. He has been bailed to a date in early February pending further enquiries.

“Local residents will continue to see an increased police presence in and around the area of Southern Row over the coming days”, the police said and urged anyone with concerns to speak to one of them.

Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command lead the investigation and ask anyone with information that may assist to come forward. Enquiries remain ongoing to establish the circumstances, including any motive.

“Alternatively, if you can help, please call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD reference 5238/24Nov. You can also provide information by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111”, the police said.