A 14-year-old boy shot dead in a street in Woolwich, south-east London, has been named as Eghosa Ogbebor. Police were called to Lord Warwick Street at around 3.40pm on Thursday, 2 April, following reports of a shooting. Despite the efforts of paramedics, the teenager was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Metropolitan Police have launched a murder investigation and three males, aged 14, 16 and 18, have been arrested on suspicion of murder. They remain in custody. Eghosa's next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card, leading the investigation, said: 'Our thoughts remain with Eghosa's family and loved ones. I know the concern this has caused within Woolwich and the wider community, particularly considering Eghosa's young age. We have an increased police presence around the area.'
The shooting occurred in broad daylight on a residential street less than 500 metres from the Woolwich Ferry and a short walk from Woolwich Dockyard train station. Forensic teams and an air ambulance were dispatched, but the boy could not be saved.
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101, quoting CAD 4848/2APR, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
