Shooting incident in west London leaves 15-year-old boy dead
Date
7/22/2024 8:08:39 AM
(MENAFN) A tragic incident unfolded in Ladbroke Grove, west London, on Sunday evening when a 15-year-old boy was fatally shot. The police were alerted to the scene of the shooting, which occurred in a park near Hazlewood Crescent, at approximately 7:20 pm. The emergency response was swift; an air ambulance and paramedics were dispatched to the area. However, despite the rapid arrival of medical personnel and their efforts to provide aid, the young boy was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Metropolitan Police have released a statement confirming that the victim, a teenager believed to be 15 years old, was discovered with severe injuries. Despite the best attempts by emergency services to save his life, he could not be revived and was declared deceased on-site. Following the shooting, the police have arrested six males who are now in custody, facing suspicion of murder. These arrests indicate a significant development in the investigation, though no additional injuries have been reported.
Authorities are currently engaged in the process of identifying the victim and notifying his next of kin. Meanwhile, a crime scene has been established at the location of the shooting, and it remains cordoned off as investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding this devastating event. The police have indicated that they are committed to providing further updates as their investigation progresses and as more information becomes available.
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