Shot Dead in Broad Daylight Near London School
Taylor was gunned down in broad daylight at Hornsey Rise Gardens, N19, sparking shock across the community. Police were called at 4.26pm on Tuesday, 8 June after reports of gunfire.
Officers from the Metropolitan Police, along with London Ambulance and Air Ambulance crews, rushed to the scene. They found Taylor suffering a gunshot wound to the head. Despite efforts to save him, he was later pronounced dead at hospital. A post-mortem will be arranged in due course.
Police Hunt for Shooter After Horrific Attack
Detective Chief Inspector Linda Bradley, leading the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, vowed to find Taylor’s killer.
“We’re working with colleagues right across the police service to track down those responsible for this most horrific attack,” she said. “This was a brazen shooting, in broad daylight, in a residential area right next to a primary school.
“Taylor’s family have lost him in the cruelest way imaginable. They deserve our fullest commitment to seek justice. I’m convinced there are people out there who know who did this, and I urge them to come forward.”
“Silence only protects violent criminals. Police and communities must unite to take dangerous offenders off our streets.”
“If you have information but want to stay anonymous, use Crimestoppers. You don’t even need to give your name. What matters is you help us catch those responsible.”
Increased Police Patrols and Arrest Update
Residents can expect a heightened police presence in the coming days to reassure the community and aid the investigation.
A 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of carrying an offensive weapon and remanded in custody. However, police say this arrest is not linked to Taylor’s murder. No other arrests have been made.
How to Help the Investigation
If you have any information about the shooting, contact police on 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting Op TREWEN and CAD 5570/08JUN21.
To remain completely anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.
