In the early hours of Monday morning, armed police were called to Jack Cromwell Street in Manor Park, following reports of shots being fired. A man was subsequently taken to the hospital for treatment of his injuries. The Metropolitan Police have established a crime scene and initiated an investigation into the incident.

According to witnesses, a red-colored vehicle fled the scene moments after the shots were reported. The exact condition of the injured man is currently unknown, and further information regarding the incident is being sought from the Metropolitan Police.

At this stage, it remains unclear if any arrests have been made in connection with the incident. CID officers are conducting door-to-door investigations in the vicinity, and a crime scene has been established near a child’s playground.

Residents in the area are urged to cooperate with the ongoing investigation and provide any relevant information to the authorities. The Metropolitan Police are working diligently to gather all necessary details and bring the perpetrators to justice.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact the Metropolitan Police or reach out to the anonymous Crimestoppers hotline.