Two Men Shot in Southwark – Cops Launch Urgent Appeal
Detectives are hunting witnesses after a chilling shooting in Southwark left two men injured. Police rushed to Wodehouse Avenue, SE5, at 7.56pm on Saturday, 2 June following reports of gunfire.
Victims Shot Inside Car
Armed officers found a 22-year-old and a 25-year-old suffering gunshot wounds. Both were rushed to central London hospitals. The 22-year-old’s injuries are not life-threatening, while the 25-year-old escaped serious harm.
Investigators believe the men were sitting in a vehicle on Wodehouse Avenue when shots were fired through the windows.
Trident Unit Takes Over Investigation
Trident and Area Crime Command detectives are leading the probe. So far, no arrests have been made. In a statement, DS Tom Walter urged:
“We are appealing specifically for anyone with dashcam footage from Southampton Way, Commercial Way, or Wodehouse Avenue to come forward urgently.”
How to Help: Call or Contact Anonymously
All tips will be treated in strict confidence. Witnesses or those with information should contact Trident detectives on 101, quoting reference CAD7382/2JUN. To stay anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
