A police investigation is underway after a 22-year-old man was shot in Hackney on Friday night (9 May).
Officers were called to Homerton Road at around 9:20pm following reports of gunfire. Emergency services, including the London Ambulance Service, responded promptly and found the victim with gunshot wounds.
The man received treatment at the scene before being taken to hospital. His injuries have since been confirmed as non-life-changing and non-life-threatening, according to the Metropolitan Police.
No Arrests Yet – Witnesses Urged to Come Forward
A spokesperson for the Met Police said:
“Enquiries are ongoing. At this time, no arrests have been made, and officers are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the shooting.”
Detectives are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information to come forward.
- Call 101 quoting crime reference 7850 of 09/05/25
- Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
The area remains under investigation as officers carry out forensic work and review CCTV footage.
