Two men have been killed following a shooting in Railton Road, Brixton last night.
Officers, including firearms officers, were called to the scene at 7.50pm on Sunday, October 30, to reports of gunshots.
Two men have died after gunshots were heard in Brixton's Railton Road, south London yesterday. pic.twitter.com/lHRy2NNKDc
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There they found two injured men. Despite the London Ambulance Service’s best efforts, they were both pronounced dead at the scene. Police are yet to formally identify the two victims.
The nature of their injuries hasn’t been confirmed and post-mortem examinations will be held in due course.
Local residents will see an enhanced police presence in the area and are advised to speak with officers if they have any information.
No arrests have been made and enquiries continue.
Local MP Helen Hayes tweeted: “Horrified to hear two people have been murdered in a shooting on Railton Road.
Horrified to hear two people have been murdered in a shooting on Railton Road
My thoughts are with their loved ones about to hear the worst possible news & all who witnessed this violence in our community
If you have any information contact @CrimestoppersUK quoting CAD ref 6166
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“My thoughts are with their loved ones about to hear the worst possible news & all who witnessed this violence in our community.”
Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting reference CAD 6166/30Oct. To remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.