Two Men Charged Following Newham Shooting Incident

A 22-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting in Newham, East London.

Mohammed Abdullah Khan, of Upton Lane, E7, has been charged with:

• Attempted murder
• Possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life
• Possession of a prohibited firearm

In addition, Mohammed Qasim Khan , aged 37, of Sprowston Road, E7, has been charged with:

• Grievous bodily harm (GBH)
• Violent disorder

Both men are scheduled to appear at Thames Magistrates’ Court today, Saturday, 3 May.

Incident Details

The charges stem from an incident on Tuesday, 29 April, when police were called at 2.42pm to reports of an altercation at Dunbar Road, Newham.

On arrival, officers discovered:

• One man, aged 33, suffering from a gunshot wound
• Two other victims with facial injuries

All three were treated at the scene by the London Ambulance Service before being transported to hospital. Fortunately, their injuries are not considered life-threatening or life-changing.

Both Mohammed Abdullah Khan and Mohammed Qasim Khan were arrested shortly after the shooting and remain in custody.

Police Appeal

The Metropolitan Police are continuing their investigation and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Please call 101 quoting reference 4319/29Apr or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.