Stun Grenades Rock Early Morning Raids in Abbey Wood
Stun grenades lit up the early hours of Wednesday, 8 April, as police smashed down doors in a series of raids across Abbey Wood and Greenwich. The dramatic swoop targeted suspected firearms, drugs, and violent criminals linked to a horrific attempted murder.
Four Men Arrested Over 2019 Shooting
The arrests come after a long-running probe into the December 2019 shooting of a 33-year-old man in Throwley Close, SE2. The violent attack, plus months of firearms offences and violent crime in the area, sparked this major police crackdown.
Specialist Police Raid Multiple Addresses
- Six warrants executed at Abbey Wood location, SE2
- Two more raids in Combwell Crescent, SE2 and West Parkside, SE10
- Specialist Firearms Command and Territorial Support Group deployed
The law enforcement teams used specialist entry equipment and stun grenades to gain control swiftly and safely. Four men were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and are now in custody as investigations continue.
