Young Woman Left Fighting for Life After Early Morning SE15 Shooting
Police were scrambled just before 3am on Sunday, 23 May after reports of gunshots ripped through Consort Road, SE15. Officers arrived alongside London Ambulance Service paramedics to find a 27-year-old woman shot and critically injured.
She was rushed to a south London hospital where she remains in a critical condition. Her devastated family have been informed and are receiving specialist support.
Party Shooting Sparks Urgent Police Probe
Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, known as Trident, launched an immediate investigation. They believe the shooting happened near a house where a party was underway. Several people may have witnessed the chaos.
While enquiries are at an early stage, cops say there’s no sign the victim was specifically targeted or had any prior threats.
Detectives Urge Partygoers and Witnesses to Come Forward
“This was a shocking incident that has left a young woman with very serious injuries,” said Detective Chief Inspector Jimi Tele.
“Our thoughts are with her family who are being supported at this terribly difficult time. A dedicated team of detectives is working tirelessly to identify those responsible. They are making good progress but need the public’s help.”
“If you saw anything suspicious in Consort Road in the early hours of Sunday or have information that could help enquiries, it’s crucial you come forward.
“We also ask people to stop speculating about the motive or details behind the shooting. The most responsible action is to share details with police or anonymously via Crimestoppers.”
How to Help Police Catch the Shooter
- Call police on 101 quoting reference CAD1172/23MAY
- Tweet @MetCC with information
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
