Armed police officers and emergency services descended on St George’s Road in the E10 area this evening following reports of a shooting incident. The Metropolitan Police, supported by units from SO15, responded to the scene shortly after 6 PM.
A bullet was recovered at the location, prompting the establishment of a large cordon as forensic officers began collecting evidence. It is understood that the suspect, armed with what has been described as a long gun, fled the scene before police arrived.
A significant manhunt is now underway to locate the perpetrator. Officers are working with local units and specialist teams to pursue all available leads.
At this stage, the full extent of any injuries remains unclear. It has not yet been confirmed whether arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
Emergency services, including ambulance teams, were also present at the scene, but no further details regarding casualties have been released.
The Metropolitan Police have been approached for an official statement, and further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
Residents are advised to avoid the area while police continue their work. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact police immediately.
A Spokesman for the Met Police said: Police were called at about 6.10pm on Wednesday, 27 November to reports of gunshots heard in the vicinity of St George’s Road, E10.
Officers attended and found a man, aged in his mid-20s, with a gunshot injury. He was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service; his injury is not believed to be life-threatening.
A crime scene is in place.
Two people have been arrested in connection with the investigation and enquiries continue.
Anyone with information is asked to call police reference CAD 5779/27Nov.
