Murder investigation launched after fatal shooting in Tower Hamlets

A murder investigation has been launched after a man was shot in Tower Hamlets.

Police were called by the London Ambulance Service at 20:27hrs on Tuesday, 6 August to reports of a man, aged in his early 30s, shot in Weavers Fields, in Wilmot Street, E2.

Officers, including firearms officers, and London's Air Ambulance attended. Despite the efforts of emergency services, sadly the man died at the scene.

The victim is yet to be formally identified, however detectives believe they know who he is and have informed his family. The family will be supported by specially trained officers.

A post-mortem examination will be held in due course.

Acting Detective Chief Superintendent Vicky Tunstall for Tower Hamlets and Hackney, said: “Tragically, another young man has lost his life to violence and our thoughts are with his friends and family at this difficult time.

“Tackling violent crime remains our absolute focus, but we need to work together with communities to achieve this. If anyone has any information that may help the investigation, no matter how insignificant you think it is, then please do not hesitate to my colleagues from Specialist Crime or Crimestoppers anonymously.

“Sadly, this is the second murder in Tower Hamlets in a 30-hour period. I know this is extremely concerning but I would like to reassure the community that there will be an increased police presence on the borough, and I would urge anyone who has any concerns or information about this heinous crime to approach them.”

Detective Chief Inspector Linda Bradley from the Specialist Crime Command, who is leading the investigation, said: “We are in the early stages of this investigation and I would like to appeal for the public’s help. I am sure there are people who have seen or heard something which could assist us.

“We have released an appeal via the Major Incident Public Portal and I would ask that people submit any phone, drone or dash cam footage of anything in the area at the relevant time. A crime scene will remain in place for some time and we thank the local community for their patience whilst we progress this.”

At this early stage there have been no arrests and enquiries continue.

Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting reference CAD 7454/06Aug.

Information, images or footage can also be provided at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/01MPS24W82-PO1

To remain anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.