The Metropolitan Police is offering a substantial £20,000 reward for crucial information that could lead to the arrest of a gunman involved in a brazen daylight shooting in Chadwell Heath, East London.
Officers were called to the scene on High Road, Chadwell Heath, at approximately 4:50 PM on 9th April, following reports of gunfire. A man in his 20s was found with gunshot wounds and rushed to hospital, where he remains in serious but stable condition.
Appeal for Witnesses
Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command are leading the investigation and have urged anyone with information to come forward. The suspect is described as a man wearing dark clothing, who fled the scene on foot.
Detective Inspector Paul Ridley stated, "This was a reckless act of violence in a busy residential area. We are determined to bring the perpetrator to justice and are appealing to the public for any details that could assist our investigation."
How to Help
Anyone with information can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online portal. The £20,000 reward is available for information leading to the identification, arrest, and prosecution of those responsible.
Local residents have expressed shock at the incident, with one witness describing the scene as "terrifying". Increased police patrols have been deployed in the area to reassure the community.
