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A child is in serious condition and three adults injured after a shooting in Hackney, London. Police are investigating the incident that occurred near Kingsland High Street.
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Child in serious condition, three adults injured in Hackney shooting

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Last updated: May 30, 2024 6:53 am
NTK Journalist Published May 30, 2024
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A child is in serious condition and three adults have been injured after a shooting near a restaurant in north-east London.

The incident took place on Kingsland High Street in Dalston, Hackney, around 21:20 BST on Wednesday.

Police and ambulance services arrived swiftly, finding four victims with gunshot injuries who were taken to an east London hospital.

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The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the child remains in serious condition, while the status of the adults is still being assessed.

No arrests have been made, and an investigation is ongoing. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Matt Ward expressed his shock and extended sympathies to those affected, urging anyone with information to come forward.

Eyewitness Ayo Adesina described the scene as stunned and silent, with bystanders in disbelief. He highlighted the recklessness of the act in such a popular area.

Authorities are working quickly to uncover more details and bring the perpetrators to justice.

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