Gunshots Rock Thornton Heath as Two Men Flee on Moped
Police are hunting suspects after gunfire broke out in Beulah Road, Thornton Heath. Witnesses spotted two men speeding away on a moped moments after the shots rang out.
Gunfire Sparks Emergency Police Response
The Metropolitan Police were called at 6:34pm following reports of gunshots and a man brandishing a weapon in the residential area. Officers rushed to the scene and conducted an extensive search nearby.
Lucky Escape: No Injuries, No Arrests Yet
Miraculously, no one was hurt in the incident. However, the suspects vanished before police arrived and there have been no arrests so far. A Met spokesperson said:
“We were called to reports of gunshots being heard and a man in possession of a weapon at Beulah Road, Thornton Heath. Two men were seen fleeing on a moped. Officers attended and carried out a thorough search of the local area. No injuries have been reported and no arrests have been made. An investigation is ongoing.”
Police Boost Patrols to Calm Community Fears
The shooting has understandably rattled residents. The Met has pledged an increased police presence in the area to reassure the community as enquiries continue.
Appeal for Witnesses
Anyone with info or footage is urged to contact police on 101 quoting CAD 7377/1July. To stay anonymous, call Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
Stay tuned for updates as police piece together the full story behind this chilling Thornton Heath shooting.
