Three teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 14-year-old boy was fatally shot in Woolwich, south-east London. The Metropolitan Police said officers responded to reports of a shooting on Lord Warwick Street at about 3.40pm on Thursday.
The victim has been named as Eghosa Ogbebor. Two boys aged 14 and 16, along with an 18-year-old man, have been taken into custody. Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card said: 'Our thoughts remain with Eghosa’s family and loved ones. They are being supported by specially trained officers and have asked for privacy at this difficult time.'
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan expressed his condolences, stating: 'There is absolutely no place for this heartbreaking violence. I remain in close contact with the Met who have been working around the clock.'
The shooting occurred on a residential street near Woolwich Dockyard train station. Police have increased their presence in the area and are urging anyone with information to come forward. Witnesses can call 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
