A man has died and another is in hospital following a double shooting in North London.

A murder investigation is underway after a man was fatally shot in Tottenham on Thursday evening.

Police were called to an address on Waverley Road, N17, at approximately 8:45pm on March 20, following reports that two men had been shot. Officers attended alongside paramedics from the London Ambulance Service.

A 27-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound to the head and was treated at the scene, but despite the efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead shortly after. His family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

A second man, aged 26, suffered a gunshot wound to the leg and remains in hospital. His condition is currently unknown.

Detective Chief Superintendent Caroline Haines, who leads policing in Tottenham, said:
“Two men were shot on a residential street last night, with one man sadly losing his life. We recognise the impact this will have on the local community. We have multiple officers patrolling the area today, aiming to obtain key evidence and provide reassurance to you.”

She continued:
“At this early stage in the investigation, we have not made any arrests. Please do not let this worry you. We have a highly experienced team of investigators making urgent enquiries to find out who committed this act.

“I will now ask for anyone who was in the area, past 20:00hrs last night, to please contact police if you heard or saw something suspicious. Your knowledge is crucial to us, and it may help us locate the suspects. Please do the right thing and come forward — you will be supported.”

A crime scene has been established in the area and will remain in place while officers continue their investigation.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police quoting reference CAD 7426/20Mar. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.