Armed police respond after man ‘shot’ in East Finchley
Published:
9:56 AM November 10, 2015
Updated:
1:46 PM October 14, 2020
The incident occurred in Valence Park, Dagenham - Credit: Archant
A man has been shot in East Finchley, according to witnesses - but police have not been able to trace the victim.
Officers were called to Simms Gardens following reports of gunshots.
A team of firearms officers rushed to the scene shortly after 4.30pm yesterday.
A witness told police they had seen a man with a shoulder injury.
The ‘shot’ man is described as black, wearing a dark blue/black jacket and jeans.
A Met Police spokesman said: “Officers are keen to trace him as he may require urgent medical treatment.”
No arrests have been made.
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Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 101.
