A child is among four individuals who sustained gunshot injuries in a shooting incident near a restaurant in Hackney, east London. The Metropolitan Police reported that the child is in serious condition, while they await updates on the health of the three adults also injured.

The shooting occurred around 9:20 PM on Wednesday on Kingsland High Street. Emergency services, including specialist firearms officers, swiftly responded to the scene. Despite extensive efforts, no arrests have been made, and investigations into the circumstances of the incident are ongoing.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Matt Ward addressed the public, stating, “We know Londoners will be shocked by what has taken place tonight. Our thoughts go to all those affected.” He assured that “fast-moving enquiries are underway and we will update as soon as we can. If anyone has any information, please contact us.”

A spokesperson for the London Ambulance Service detailed the emergency response, saying, “We sent resources to the scene, including ambulance crews, advanced paramedics, incident response officers, and members of our tactical response unit. We also dispatched a trauma team from London Air Ambulance, which consisted of a doctor and a paramedic in a car.” The spokesperson confirmed that all four victims—three adults and one child—were treated at the scene before being transported to a major trauma center for further care.

As the investigation continues, the community and authorities are left grappling with the shocking event, hoping for the swift recovery of the injured and seeking justice for the victims of this violent incident.