A murder investigation is now underway after a man in his 40s has died from gunshot wounds in North London.
At 09:00 this morning police responded to reports of gun fire and a wounded individual. The location of the incident was Waltheof Gardens , Tottenham, N17.
Emergency services attempted to save the man but he died on the scene.
An active police cordon is currently in place.
Detective Chief Superintendent, Caroline Haines, in charge of North London Policing said:
There have been no arrests made but officers are still carrying out vital enquiries… we would encourage you to speak with the increased police presence in the area with any concerns.
She then expressed sympathies for those affected: “I am devastated by the tragic loss of life, and I recognise the concern that this incident will cause for local residents.”
An appeal to the public has been issued urging those with any further information to come forward.
You can get in touch by calling 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD 1613/15OCT. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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HeadlineMurder investigation launched after man is shot in Tottenham
Short HeadlineMale, 40, shot dead in North London
StandfirstMetropolitan Police have cordoned off the area after emergency services failed to save the man's life.
A murder investigation is now underway after a man in his 40s has died from gunshot wounds in North London.
At 09:00 this morning police responded to reports of gun fire and a wounded individual. The location of the incident was Waltheof Gardens , Tottenham, N17.
Emergency services attempted to save the man but he died on the scene.
An active police cordon is currently in place.
Detective Chief Superintendent, Caroline Haines, in charge of North London Policing said:
There have been no arrests made but officers are still carrying out vital enquiries… we would encourage you to speak with the increased police presence in the area with any concerns.
She then expressed sympathies for those affected: “I am devastated by the tragic loss of life, and I recognise the concern that this incident will cause for local residents.”
An appeal to the public has been issued urging those with any further information to come forward.
You can get in touch by calling 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD 1613/15OCT. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
After an investigation by the Met Police, six people have been charged with links to the PKK and will appear in Westminster Magistrates Court on Tuesday.
