BREAKING: Two men are hospitalized following a shooting in Bexleyheath early this morning. Emergency services rushed to Broadway at around 2:15 AM on January 4, 2024, after receiving urgent reports of gunfire.
At the scene, paramedics treated a 30-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound before he was transported to the hospital. His condition remains unclear. Meanwhile, a 35-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and is also undergoing treatment for injuries sustained during the incident.
Authorities have cordoned off a section of Broadway between Lion Road and Albion Road, with parts of Albion Road closed between Broadway and Oaklands car park. Forensic teams are currently conducting investigations in the area.
“On Sunday, 4 January at 02:15hrs, police were called to reports of a shooting on Broadway, Bexleyheath,”
stated a spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police. “Officers attended alongside the London Ambulance Service to treat the victims. We await updates on their conditions.”
The London Ambulance Service confirmed they were dispatched to the scene at 2:10 AM, deploying ambulance crews, paramedics in fast response cars, and even a trauma team from London’s Air Ambulance.
Photos from the scene show emergency responders actively engaged in their duties as the investigation unfolds. Police urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
This tragic event highlights ongoing concerns regarding gun violence in urban areas. Community members are left shaken, and the implications of such incidents resonate deeply within neighborhoods.
As the investigation progresses, updates are expected from authorities. Residents and those in the vicinity should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
Stay tuned for more developments as this story unfolds. This incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of urban safety and the need for community awareness.
