Arrest made in Ladbroke Grove shooting investigation

Detectives investigating a shooting in Ladbroke Grove where a man and a child were injured have made an arrest.

A 32-year-old man [B] was arrested on Tuesday, 26 November on suspicion of the attempted murder of two people and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life - he remains in custody.

Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances which led to a 34-year-old man and an eight-year-old girl suffering injuries following the shooting in Southern Row, W10 at around 17:30hrs on Sunday, 24 November.

The man suffered potentially life-changing injuries. The girl’s injuries are not life-threatening.

A 22-year-old man [A] was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. He has been bailed to a date in early February pending further enquiries.

Local residents will continue to see an increased police presence in and around the area of Southern Row over the coming days. We would urge anyone with concerns to speak to one of them.

Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command lead the investigation and ask anyone with information that may assist to come forward. Enquiries remain ongoing to establish the circumstances, including any motive.

Alternatively, if you can help, please call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD reference 5238/24Nov. You can also provide information by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.