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A victim is in critical condition after the gun attack on Middleton Road, Hackney. Reports claim that gunfire was heard in the area around 9.45pm, with a large cordon installed in North London. The Metropolitan Police have said no arrests have been made at this time and are asking for witnesses to appear.
Additional reporting by Laura O’Callaghan
Hackney police tweeted a statement reporting the incident and requesting more information on any suspects.
They said: “We are dealing with a shooting around 9.45pm on Middleton Road, E8.
“Three men were taken to hospital with gunshot wounds: one is in critical condition, the other two were less serious. No arrest.
“Witnesses please call 101 ref. 7439 / 14dec.”
Unconfirmed reports from social media have claimed that the suspects passed on a moped while shooting the victims.
Gerry Campbell MBE, a former Scotland Yard Chief Superintendent of Detectives, also reported the incident on Twitter.
He said: “The serious crisis of violence in London continues with a triple shooting in Hackney earlier tonight.
“One of the victims is apparently fighting for his life.”
More to follow …
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