Five Arrested After Greenhithe Shooting
Police from Kent and Essex’s Serious Crime Directorate have made five arrests following a shooting in Greenhithe.
31-Year-Old Victim Shot in Arm
The victim, a 31-year-old Essex man, was injured in the arm during an attack on Cooper Close, Stone, at around 7.45pm on Sunday 8 March 2020. He remains in a London hospital in stable condition and has been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation.
Two Men Held on Attempted Murder Charges
- A 38-year-old from Greenhithe and a 41-year-old from south east London were arrested the same night, suspected of attempted murder. Both remain in custody.
- On 9 March, a 35-year-old Crayford man was arrested for possession of a firearm and is also in custody.
- A 25-year-old Greenhithe woman, arrested for assisting an offender, has been released pending further inquiries.
Police Urge Witnesses to Come Forward
Detective Chief Inspector Gavin Moss said: “We’re progressing well with enquiries and have spoken to several witnesses. But we still need anyone who knows anything to get in touch.”
Contact Kent Police on 01474 366149, quoting reference 08-1320.
