A 49-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following the shooting of a young man in southeast London. The victim, aged 32, remains in hospital in a critical condition after suffering life-changing injuries.
Shooting in Frances Street
Police were called to reports of gunshots in Frances Street in Woolwich at around 8pm on Thursday, October 22. Officers found the victim in a parked car with a gunshot wound and performed first aid until ambulances, including London's Air Ambulance, arrived.
The victim was taken to a hospital in east London with life-threatening injuries and remains in a critical condition.
Arrest and ongoing investigation
The suspect is believed to have fled the scene in a dark-coloured saloon vehicle, heading towards Woolwich Church Street. On Thursday, October 29, a 49-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. He is currently in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley from the Met's Specialist Crime Command, who is leading the investigation, said: "An arrest has been made, but our investigation remains ongoing into this senseless act of violence that has left a man fighting for his life."
Appeal for information
Jolley urged anyone with information, no matter how small, to come forward, adding that any information provided will be treated in confidence. Police have asked anyone with information to call 101 quoting CAD 6520/22OCT, or to contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.
