Police appeal for help to trace a suspect after Ladywell Fields shooting

Detectives are appealing to the public to help trace a suspect, after shots were heard in Ladywell Fields, Catford.

Officers are releasing an image of the suspect, who fled the scene on a motorbike shortly after the incident.

Police were called to Ladywell Fields at 15:43hrs on Tuesday 14 May after gunshots were heard by several witnesses.

No injuries were reported and no arrests have been made at this stage.

Detective Inspector Jordan Gardner from the Trident Reactive team leading the investigation, said:

“My team are following multiple lines of inquiry in this investigation, which I know has caused concern in the community.

“We are now asking the public to help us in identifying this suspect and are also asking if anyone recognises the pictured motorbike. If you recall seeing it, either on the day of the incident, parked in a driveway or specific location, or know someone who may have been using it in recent years – please get in touch.”

If anyone has any information that can help, please contact the police on 101 quoting CAD5273/14MAY.

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