An area near Belsize Park and Swiss Cottage was cordoned off by police this...

Published: 10:48 pm January 3, 2025
Updated: 12:19 pm October 8, 2025
Met Police Investigate Gunfire Incident in Belsize Park Swiss Cottage

 

An area near Belsize Park and Swiss Cottage was cordoned off by police this evening following reports of a firearm being discharged.

The incident, which occurred at around 4 p.m. on 3 January in Fitzjohns Avenue, NW3, is now under investigation by the Met Police Trident team, which specialises in gun and gang-related crime.

 

Met Police Investigate Gunfire Incident in Belsize Park Swiss Cottage
Met Police Investigate Gunfire Incident In Belsize Park Swiss Cottage

Police have confirmed that no injuries have been reported. Officers remain on the scene, securing the area and conducting a forensic examination.

A Met Police spokesperson stated:

.At this time, no arrests have been made, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information is asked to call 101, quoting reference 4422/03JAN. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Updates are expected as the investigation progresses.

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