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Scottish Sun
7 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Man in 40s shot dead outside Costco in broad daylight horror
Cops have launched an urgent appeal for information GUN HORROR Man in 40s shot dead outside Costco in broad daylight horror Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) COPS raced to the scene of a fatal shooting outside of a busy Costco. The horrifying attack took place in broad daylight and took the life of a 40-year-old man. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 A man has been shot dead outside of Costco Credit: UKNIP 3 The victim's family has been informed about his death Credit: UKNIP The shooting took place at 5pm on Thursday evening outside of Costco in Croydon. Paramedics treated the victim at the scene but were unable to revive him. His family have been informed and detectives from the Met's Major Incident team have launched an investigation. Speaking about the incident, Detective Chief Inspector Dan Whitten said: "This was a tragic incident and my thoughts are with the man's family at this difficult time. "Our team of specially trained officers are supporting them as are our investigation progresses. "Our enquiries are ongoing and we would urge any witnesses to come forward and share information with us." "Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information that could help the investigation, please contact the police on 101 quoting CAD 6530/19JUN. "To remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.


The Irish Sun
7 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Man in 40s shot dead outside Costco in broad daylight horror
COPS raced to the scene of a fatal shooting outside of a busy Costco. The horrifying attack took place in broad daylight and took the life of a 40-year-old man. Advertisement 3 A man has been shot dead outside of Costco Credit: UKNIP 3 The victim's family has been informed about his death Credit: UKNIP The shooting took place at 5pm on Thursday evening outside of Paramedics treated the victim at the scene but were unable to revive him. His family have been informed and detectives from the Met's Major Incident team have launched an investigation. Speaking about the incident, Detective Chief Inspector Dan Whitten said: "This was a tragic incident and my thoughts are with the man's family at this difficult time. Advertisement Read More on Crime "Our team of specially trained officers are supporting them as are our investigation progresses. "Our enquiries are ongoing and we would urge any witnesses to come forward and share information with us." "Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information that could help the investigation, please contact the police on 101 quoting CAD 6530/19JUN. "To remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit Advertisement Most read in The Sun More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at 3 Police are now investigating the events leading up to the killing Credit: UKNIP Advertisement


The Sun
7 hours ago
- The Sun
Man in 40s shot dead outside Costco in broad daylight horror
COPS raced to the scene of a fatal shooting outside of a busy Costco. The horrifying attack took place in broad daylight and took the life of a 40-year-old man. 3 3 The shooting took place at 5pm on Thursday evening outside of Costco in Croydon. Paramedics treated the victim at the scene but were unable to revive him. His family have been informed and detectives from the Met's Major Incident team have launched an investigation. Speaking about the incident, Detective Chief Inspector Dan Whitten said: "This was a tragic incident and my thoughts are with the man's family at this difficult time. "Our team of specially trained officers are supporting them as are our investigation progresses. "Our enquiries are ongoing and we would urge any witnesses to come forward and share information with us." "Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information that could help the investigation, please contact the police on 101 quoting CAD 6530/19JUN. "To remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun. 3


Metro
9 hours ago
- Metro
Man in his 40s shot dead outside Costco in Croydon
A man in his 40s has died after being shot outside Costco in Croydon, south London. Emergency services called to reports of a shooting in Imperial Way at 5.04pm yesterday. The Met Police said the man was found with gunshot wounds and was treated by paramedics but died at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers. Detectives from the Met's Major Incident team are leading the investigation and enquiries are ongoing. Detective Chief Inspector Dan Whitten, leading the investigation from the Met's Specialist Crime Command, said: 'This was a tragic incident and my thoughts are with the man's family at this difficult time. Our team of specially trained officers are supporting them as are our investigation progresses. More Trending 'Our enquiries are ongoing and we would urge any witnesses to come forward and share information with us.' Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information that could help the investigation, should contact the police on 101 quoting CAD 6530/19JUN. To remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit More to follow. Got a story? Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ Or you can submit your videos and pictures here. For more stories like this, check our news page. Follow on Twitter and Facebook for the latest news updates. You can now also get articles sent straight to your device. Sign up for our daily push alerts here.