A gunbattle broke out near the Brixton O2 Academy in the early hours of Sunday morning, November 27, causing chaos and prompting a manhunt. Stockwell Road and Benedict Road were shut down in both directions after the incident, which occurred just yards from the venue.
Armed officers from the Metropolitan Police and paramedics arrived at the scene shortly after 3am. Reports indicate that a man was shot on Benedict Road near the Stockwell Road junction during the frightening event.
Detectives from the Met’s Trident unit are leading the investigation. A large crime scene has been established, with dozens of 6mm bullet casings scattered across the road. Officers have carefully bagged the casings as part of the ongoing inquiry.
Within the sealed-off area, a black Mercedes showing signs of damage was found and is being examined closely by police. Additionally, a white BMW was left abandoned in the middle of Stockwell Road with its windows blown out. It is understood that the driver of the BMW was shot at multiple times after fleeing the initial shootout.
So far, no arrests have been made. A manhunt is underway as officers review CCTV footage from nearby streets to identify and locate the suspect involved in the shooting.
The gunfire has also caused significant disruption to local transport. Bus routes 2, 196, 322, 333, 345, and N2 have all been affected, with further road closures in place, including the junction at Rumsey Road. These closures are expected to remain for some time as the investigation continues.
The Metropolitan Police have been approached for comment regarding the incident.
Originally published by UKNIP.
