Woolwich shooting: Police appeal after man left with ‘life changing’ injuries

The Met Police were called at approximately 10.35pm on Monday June 10 to reports of a firearms discharge outside Granby House on Ogilby Street, Woolwich.

Armed officers attended the scene but they could not find the victim. They were later informed that a man in his 20s had attended a hospital suffering a gunshot injury.

He remains in hospital in a serious condition, having sustained life changing injuries.

No arrests have been made and enquiries into the circumstances continue.

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Detective Constable Nick Fletcher of Specialist Crime Trident, who is leading the investigation, said: “The victim of this shooting remains seriously ill and we are doing everything we can to find the person or people responsible for this attack.

“Anyone who witnessed this incident, or who has information that could assist police, is asked to get in contact immediately. If you do not feel confident speaking to a police officer, you can speak to the independent charity Crimestoppers.

“Finding those who carry and use firearms is one of our top priorities in order to protect our communities from serious violence and harm.”

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD 7941/10Jun. You can also speak anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.