Brixton Gun Battle: 12 Shots Fired in Moped vs Car Shootout as Armed Police Respond

Armed Police Rush to Brixton After Intense Shootout

Armed officers stormed the scene on Railton Road, Brixton, tonight following a chilling gun battle.

12 Shots Fired in Moped vs Car Shootout

Neighbours say they heard a volley of 12 gunshots after a fierce exchange erupted between two people on a moped and occupants of a car. The car crashed right at the scene amid the chaos.

Victim Treated as Road Closed Both Ways

Paramedics from London Ambulance Service are treating one victim on-site. Meanwhile, Railton Road remains shut in both directions as police investigate.

The Met Police have been contacted for comment. Stay tuned for updates.

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Brixton Gun Battle: 12 Shots Fired in Moped vs Car Shootout as Armed Police Respond

Armed Police Rush to Brixton After Intense Shootout

12 Shots Fired in Moped vs Car Shootout

Victim Treated as Road Closed Both Ways

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