Murder investigation after 45-year-old man shot dead in north London
Police and paramedics were called to reports of gunshots fired just after midnight on Tuesday in the Stoke Newington area of Hackney. Officers arrived and found a man, with gunshot injuries.
A Lime bike lay strewn on the pavement on one side of the road as paramedics attended to the victim on the other side. However, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Metropolitan police said his next of kin had been informed and were being supported by specialist officers.
Witnesses at the scene said they heard four or more gunshots, followed by shouting and screaming. One man said he saw a person flee up Stoke Newington High Street after the shooting. No arrests have been made at this stage.
The police have cordoned off part of Stoke Newington High Street. Buses are on diversion and the crime scene will remain in place as inquiries continue.
Det Ch Supt Brittany Clarke, who leads policing for the area, said: 'Our team of detectives and forensic specialists are working at pace to establish the full circumstances that led to the tragic death of this man.
'We understand this incident will cause concern within the Stoke Newington community, however we do believe this to be an isolated incident at this stage of the investigation with no wider risk to the general public.
'Residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area, along with a crime scene, as we carry out our enquiries. We thank them for their patience and cooperation at this time.
'We urge anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has any information that could assist us, to come forward as soon as possible.'
Anyone with information is urged to contact the police on 101, referencing CAD 108/5AUG. Information can also be shared anonymously with Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
The suspected murder comes less than two months after the fatal stabbing of Annabel Rook in Stoke Newington.
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