In west London, a shooting on Southern Row in Ladbroke Grove resulted in serious injuries to an eight-year-old girl and a 34-year-old man. The incident, which occurred just after 5.30 pm on Sunday, involved several people in a vehicle, one of whom was a two-year-old child. The eight-year-old girl is currently in surgery and in a serious but stable condition, while the man is also in a serious but stable condition with potentially life-changing injuries. Fortunately, the two-year-old was unharmed. It has been reported that the victims are part of the same family, with the wounded individuals being a father and daughter.
Police have arrested a 22-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with the attack. Witnesses described how the victims were targeted while sitting in a vehicle, with one witness recounting a man shooting directly into the car at close range. The witnesses were in shock and scared by the incident, prompting them to call the police.
Superintendent Owen Renowden provided an update on the investigation, stating that detectives from the Specialist Crimes Command are leading the inquiry to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. He urged anyone with information to come forward to assist with the investigation. The police have cordoned off the north-western end of Southern Row as part of their investigation.
Residents in the area expressed their shock and concern over the incident, with one resident mentioning that they had witnessed three shootings in the past. The community is coming together to condemn the senseless violence and work towards preventing such crimes from happening in the future. Local MP Joe Powell emphasized the need for collective action to address the recent surge in violence in the neighborhood and hold those responsible to account.
The London Ambulance Service responded promptly to the scene, providing medical assistance to the injured victims before transporting them to a major trauma center for further treatment. The incident has sparked outrage and concern among residents, who are calling for increased safety measures and a crackdown on violent crime in the area. The community is determined to come together and support the victims and their families during this difficult time.
