Urgent call from police to assist search for gunman who left man with ‘life-changing’ injuries

Police have issued a fresh appeal for witnesses to a shooting in Woolwich which has left a young man with life-changing injuries.

Officers were called just after 10.30pm on Monday, following reports of a shooting outside Granby House in Ogilby Street.

Armed officers were among police who rushed to the scene, but a victim could not be found. They were subsequently informed that a man in his 20s had attended a hospital suffering a gunshot injury.

He remains in hospital in a serious condition, having sustained life-changing injuries.

Detective Constable Nick Fletcher, of Specialist Crime Trident, who is leading the investigation, said: “The victim of this shooting remains seriously ill and we are doing everything we can to find the person or people responsible for this attack.

“Anyone who witnessed this incident, or who has information that could assist police, is asked to get in contact immediately. If you do not feel confident speaking to a police officer, you can speak to the independent charity, Crimestoppers.

“Finding those who carry and use firearms is one of our top priorities in order to protect our communities from serious violence and harm.”

There have been no arrests.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD 7941/10Jun. You can also speak anonymously to the independent charity, Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.

Pictured top: Where the shooting is thought to have taken place (Picture: Google Street View)