Six males arrested on suspicion of murder as police investigate tragic shooting in west London
A 15-year-old boy was tragically shot dead in a park near Hazlewood Crescent, Ladbroke Grove, west London, on Sunday evening. The Metropolitan Police responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 7:20 PM. Emergency services, including paramedics and an air ambulance, rushed to the scene, but despite their best efforts, the boy was pronounced dead on-site.
The police have arrested six males on suspicion of murder. They remain in custody as the investigation unfolds. The Met Police issued a statement confirming the arrests and providing details of the incident. “A teenager, believed aged 15, was found suffering injuries. Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene,” the statement read.
No other injuries have been reported, and the boy’s next of kin are being identified and informed. A crime scene remains in place as investigators work to gather evidence and understand the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
THE TELEGRAPH
A 15-year-old boy was tragically shot and killed in a children’s park in Ladbroke Grove, west London, on Sunday evening. The Metropolitan Police received reports of a shooting at around 7.20pm near Hazlewood Crescent. Emergency services arrived promptly, but the teenager was pronounced dead at the scene due to his injuries.
Six men have been arrested on suspicion of murder and are currently in custody. The police are actively working to identify and inform the victim’s next of kin. Forensic officers have been gathering evidence at the crime scene, which remained cordoned off on Sunday night.
Detectives have indicated that there were no other injuries reported in the incident. The police investigation is ongoing, with efforts focused on uncovering the circumstances leading up to the shooting. The community is in shock, grappling with the loss of a young life in such a violent manner.
The park, usually a place for children to play and families to gather, has now become the site of a horrific crime. The incident has raised concerns about safety in the area and the prevalence of gun violence affecting young people. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to aid in the investigation.
This tragic event highlights the urgent need for addressing violence and ensuring the safety of communities, particularly in urban areas. The police are expected to provide updates as the investigation progresses and more details become available.
BBC
A 15-year-old boy was tragically shot and killed in a children’s park in Ladbroke Grove, west London, on Sunday evening. The Metropolitan Police received reports of a shooting at around 7.20pm near Hazlewood Crescent. Emergency services arrived promptly, but the teenager was pronounced dead at the scene due to his injuries.
Six men have been arrested on suspicion of murder and are currently in custody. The police are actively working to identify and inform the victim’s next of kin. Forensic officers have been gathering evidence at the crime scene, which remained cordoned off on Sunday night.
Detectives have indicated that there were no other injuries reported in the incident. The police investigation is ongoing, with efforts focused on uncovering the circumstances leading up to the shooting. The community is in shock, grappling with the loss of a young life in such a violent manner.
The park, usually a place for children to play and families to gather, has now become the site of a horrific crime. The incident has raised concerns about safety in the area and the prevalence of gun violence affecting young people. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to aid in the investigation.
This tragic event highlights the urgent need for addressing violence and ensuring the safety of communities, particularly in urban areas. The police are expected to provide updates as the investigation progresses and more details become available.
THE STANDARD
A 15-year-old boy was tragically shot dead during a “family fun day” at Emslie Horniman’s Pleasance, known locally as “Teletubbies Park,” in west London. The shooting occurred around 7:20pm on Sunday near Hazlewood Crescent, Ladbroke Grove. The Metropolitan Police, London Ambulance Service, and London’s Air Ambulance responded to the scene, but despite their efforts, the teenager was pronounced dead.
Six men have been arrested on suspicion of murder and are currently in custody. The park was hosting the annual “Park Lime” event, organized by the Caribbean Music Association, which drew hundreds of families for a day of music and food stalls.
Witnesses described the harrowing scene where a gunman fired a warning shot into the air to clear the crowd before shooting the boy. A 20-year-old witness recounted, “Everyone was chilling having a good time when I heard a shot. A guy shot in the air as a warning, it looked like, so people would clear out of the way. Then everyone scattered, we ran. When the crowds cleared, he shot the boy. He was on the ground. Everyone was running and taking cover, it was mad.”
The shooting appears to be targeted, with reports of ongoing gang conflicts in the area, specifically between the Harrow Road gang and their rivals. The incident has shocked the community, turning a day meant for family enjoyment into a scene of chaos and tragedy. Police have established a crime scene and are continuing their investigation, urging anyone with information to come forward to help bring justice for the young victim and his grieving family.
