Young Woman Critically Injured in East London Shooting
Police rushed to Consort Road, SE15, just before 3am on Sunday, 23 May, after gunshots were reported. Officers and London Ambulance Service paramedics found a 27-year-old woman shot at the scene. She was rushed to a south London hospital and remains in critical condition.
Party Scene Turns Violent
The shooting is believed to have happened near a house where a party was underway. Several people were reportedly nearby at the time. Despite the early stage of the investigation, police say there is no evidence the woman was specifically targeted or had received prior threats.
Police Launch Urgent Appeal for Witnesses
Detective Chief Inspector Jimi Tele of the Met’s Specialist Crime Command (Trident) is leading the probe. He said:
“This was a shocking incident that has left a young woman with very serious injuries. Our thoughts are with her family who are being provided with support at this terribly difficult time.
A dedicated team of detectives is working tirelessly to identify the person or persons responsible for this shooting. They are making good progress but they need the public’s help.
If you saw anything suspicious in the Consort Road area in the early hours of Sunday morning or if you have heard information since that could help detectives, it is crucial that you get in touch.
Finally, I recognise that this incident will have shocked those in the local community and further afield. I would ask people to avoid speculating as to the motive or the circumstances behind it. If anyone does have information, the most responsible and helpful action is to share it with the police or, to remain anonymous, with Crimestoppers.”
How to Help Police Crack the Case
- If you were at the party or in the area early Sunday and haven’t spoken to police, now’s the time to come forward.
- Contact police on 101 or tweet @MetCC with reference CAD1172/23MAY.
- Alternatively, you can give information anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Authorities are urging anyone with details to help bring those responsible to justice and support the victim’s family in these grim times.
