Seven-Year-Old Girl Fighting for Life After Camden Funeral Shooting
Police are hunting witnesses after a shocking shooting in Camden left a seven-year-old girl in a life-threatening condition. The brutal attack happened during a church funeral service on Phoenix Road, NW1, just after 1.30pm on Saturday, 14 January.
Multiple Victims in Daylight Attack
Officers rushed to the scene alongside London Ambulance Service and Air Ambulance crews. Four women aged between 41 and 54 were shot, with the 48-year-old suffering potentially life-changing injuries. A 21-year-old woman is also in hospital, but her condition remains unclear.
Two children were caught up in the chaos. The seven-year-old remains critically ill in hospital. Meanwhile, a 12-year-old girl sustained a minor leg injury and has since been discharged.
Shooting From Moving Vehicle Sparks Panic
Early police investigations suggest the shots were fired from a moving car that sped away after the attack. No arrests have been made yet, but the police say they are working fast to track down those responsible.
Police Plea as Investigation Gathers Pace
Superintendent Ed Wells said: “Any shooting is unacceptable, but for multiple people, including two children, to be caught up in this on a Saturday afternoon is especially shocking. Our thoughts are with all the victims, particularly the seven-year-old girl and her family.
“We’re fully committed to finding and bringing the perpetrators to justice. Expect to see a much stronger police presence in Camden over the coming days as the investigation continues.”
“If you witnessed anything or have information, please come forward. You can contact the police or anonymously reach out to Crimestoppers.”
How to Help Police
- If you saw the shooting or know anything, call police on 101 referencing incident 3357/14JAN.
- You can also report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Camden residents remain on edge as police hunt the gunmen who turned a peaceful funeral into a nightmare.
