Detectives in Ladbroke Grove have made a second arrest in connection with the recent shooting that left a man and a child injured. The 32-year-old man was taken into custody on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. He is currently being held for further questioning.
The shooting took place on Southern Row at around 5:30pm on Sunday, resulting in a 34-year-old man and an eight-year-old girl sustaining injuries. The man is facing potentially life-changing injuries, while the girl’s injuries are not life-threatening.
In addition to the recent arrest, a 22-year-old man was previously taken into custody on suspicion of attempted murder. He has been released on bail pending further investigation scheduled for early February.
Local residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area around Southern Row as the investigation continues. Authorities are urging anyone with information or concerns to come forward and speak to the police. The Met’s Specialist Crime Command is leading the investigation and is seeking any information that may help shed light on the circumstances of the shooting, including a possible motive.
If you have any information that could assist the investigation, you are encouraged to contact the police by calling 101 or reaching out to ‘X’ @MetCC and quoting CAD reference 5238/24Nov. Information can also be provided anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
The investigation into the Ladbroke Grove shooting is ongoing, and authorities are working diligently to uncover the full details surrounding the incident. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police to ensure the safety of the community.
