A murder investigation has been launched after a man was fatally shot in Leyton.
Police were called at 03:17hrs on Saturday, 14 May, to reports of shots heard and a collision near the junction of Melbourne Road and Capworth Street, E10.
Officers found a man suffering from a gunshot injury. The London Ambulance Service was called but the victim, aged in his 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene a short while later.
Next of kin have been informed but officers await formal identification. A post-mortem examination will commence on the evening of Sunday, 15 May, at Walthamstow Public Mortuary.
Detectives from the Homicide and Major Crime Command are investigating, led by Detective Chief Inspector Andrew Packer.
DCI Packer said: “The motive for the shooting is unclear at this stage. I need to hear from witnesses who saw anything suspicious in Leyton early on Saturday morning, and from anyone who has information that may help the murder investigation.”
Anyone with information should call the incident room on 020 8345 3865. To remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody at an east London police station.
