Armed officers from the Metropolitan Police were dispatched to Lakedale Road in Plumstead after gunshots...

Published: 8:02 pm June 14, 2024
Updated: 12:25 am June 18, 2025
Armed Police Respond to Shooting Incident in Plumstead

Armed officers from the Metropolitan Police were dispatched to Lakedale Road in Plumstead after gunshots were fired at a car. The incident occurred near Brewery Road shortly before 13:10 BST on Friday.

Initial police inquiries revealed that a vehicle had sustained damage due to a firearm discharge. Fortunately, no victims have been identified at this time.

The area around Lakedale Road remains cordoned off as investigators continue their work. Despite their efforts, no arrests have been made yet, and the circumstances surrounding the incident are still under investigation.

Detectives are urging anyone with information or potential witnesses to come forward. If you have any details related to this incident, please call the police at 101 or contact the Metropolitan Police via ‘X’ @MetCC, quoting CAD 3592/14Jun.

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