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Hackney shooting: man dies of gunshot wounds Hackney shooting: man arrested on suspicion of murder
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Man in his 20s was pronounced dead at the scene in east London on Friday night Suspect held after man in his 20s pronounced dead at the scene in east London on Friday night
A man in his 20s has died following reports of a shooting in Hackney, police said. A 22-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a fatal shooting in north-east London, police said.
Metropolitan police were called to Brackenfield Close about 11.30pm on Friday following reports of shots being fired. The Metropolitan police said they were called to Brackenfield Close in Hackney at about 11.30pm on Friday following reports of shots being fired.
Police and London ambulance service paramedics found the victim with gunshot injuries. Police and London Ambulance Service paramedics found the victim, who was in his 20s, suffering from gunshot injuries.
Despite the efforts of medics and officers, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.Despite the efforts of medics and officers, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.
A cordon remains in place at the scene while officers investigate the incident. DCI Paul Considine said: “Following initial inquiries we know that there were people in Brackenfield Close at the time of the shooting. I would urge those people, and anyone else who has information that could progress this investigation to get in contact immediately.
A section 60 has also been authorised, giving police additional stop and search powers across the borough of Hackney until 3.15pm on Saturday. “This is a tragic incident that has resulted in the loss of a young man’s life and has left his family and friends devastated. If you can help us find those responsible, then please get in contact.” A cordon remains in place at the scene while officers investigate the incident.
No arrests have been made. .
The murder is being investigated by homicide detectives from Specialist Crime Command.
Anyone with information is being urged to call police on 101. Witnesses can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.Anyone with information is being urged to call police on 101. Witnesses can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.