Hunt for gunman after three boys shot in south London

Two 14-year-olds boy and one 18-year-old man have been shot in south London.

Officers were called to Otlinge Road in Orpington last night after reports a man had been shot.

After the 18-year-old was taken to hospital, police found the two injured boys while conducting a search of the area.

The Metropolitan Police confirmed their injuries are non-life threatening.

They said the shooting took place nearby in Yalding Grove.

Det Insp Raymond Sekalongo, from the specialist crime Trident investigation team, said: ‘Tackling violent crime in London remains our absolute focus and reducing shootings is key to that.

‘We understand that this incident will cause concern within the community.

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‘We want to reassure you that we are carrying out fast-time inquiries to ensure that any suspect is apprehended.

‘I know that this may cause fear within the community, which is why I will ensure that officers are present within the area to listen to any of your concerns.

‘Please do approach them if you need to, they are there to support you.’

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Hunt for gunman after three boys shot in south London

Hunt for gunman after three boys shot in south London

Hunt for gunman after three boys shot in south London

Hunt for gunman after three boys shot in south London

Hunt for gunman after three boys shot in south London