A man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder following a terrifying shooting in the heart of Bexleyheath.
The Incident
The drama unfolded in Broadway, Bexleyheath, in the early hours of Sunday, January 4, at around 2.15am. Police swooped on the scene shortly after a gunshot incident left one man badly injured.
Arrest and Charges
- Carlos Parks, 34, from Sidcup Road, Eltham, was arrested at the scene.
- He has been charged with attempted murder and possession of a firearm.
- Parks appeared at Bromley Magistrates’ Court on January 6 and was remanded in custody.
Victim’s Condition and Police Update
Another man, in his 30s, was rushed to hospital with head injuries after the shooting. Police later confirmed he is now in a stable condition.
The police cordon around Broadway, which stretched from Lion Road to Albion Road, was lifted early Monday morning, easing the tension in the area.
Community Reaction
The shooting has shaken local residents, with many expressing concern over rising gun crime in Bexleyheath.
Authorities continue to investigate the case and urge anyone with information to come forward.
