Two men were killed in a drive-by shooting as police officers launched a manhunt after “at least 12 shots” were fired between “a couple on a moped and people in a car” in Lambeth, south London, on Sunday night.
Metropolitan Police were called at around 7.50pm to reports of a shooting on Railton Road.
Officers, including firearms officers, attended the scene along with the London Ambulance Service and the London Air Ambulance.
Two men were found injured at the scene, but despite the efforts of emergency services, both were pronounced dead at the scene.
A car crashed at the crime scene after others heard 12 gunshots, a local resident said.
Two men died after gunshots were reported in Lambeth, south London, on Sunday evening, the Metropolitan Police said
The force said residents would see an increased police presence in the area and were advised to speak to officers if they had any information
Metropolitan Police were called at around 7.50pm to reports of a shooting on Railton Road
Sebastian Morrison told MyLondon: “I came across the scene when I went to the shop so I’m not a direct witness. I spoke to several locals who heard and saw some of this.
He added: “Shots were heard and a policewoman at the crime scene told me it was a shooting. 12 shots were heard by local residents, a shootout between a couple on a moped and people in a car. The car crashed on the spot.
The nature of the injuries to the two deceased men has not been confirmed at this time.
Their next of kin have not yet been informed and police are awaiting official identification, with autopsies to be carried out in due course.
Their next of kin have not yet been informed and police are awaiting official identification
Helen Hayes, Labor MP for Dulwich and West Norwood, said her thoughts were with the families of the victims
A number of roads in the area are closed and there are crime scenes.
The force said residents would see an increased police presence in the area and were advised to speak to officers if they had any information.
Helen Hayes, Labor MP for Dulwich and West Norwood, said on Twitter: “Horrified to hear that two people have been killed in a shooting on Railton Road.
“My thoughts are with their loved ones, who will learn the worst possible news, and with everyone who witnessed this violence in our community.”
“No arrests have been made at this stage and inquiries are continuing,” a force spokesman said.
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting reference CAD 6166/30 October.
Anonymous tips can be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.