US EditionBoy, 14, shot dead and teens arrested for murder
Police say three teenagers remain in custody as detectives seek CCTV and dashcam footage after the fatal shooting of a 14-year-old boy.
- A 14-year-old boy died after being shot in Woolwich, London, on Thursday. Metropolitan Police confirmed his age on Friday, correcting an earlier statement that identified the victim as a man.
- Officers arrested three suspects on suspicion of murder following the shooting on Lord Warwick Street. Two teenage boys, aged 14 and 16, and an 18-year-old man remain in custody.
- Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card, leading the investigation, said "Our thoughts remain with the boy's family and loved ones." She appealed for witnesses to provide CCTV footage to assist officers.
- An increased police presence remains in the area to support the local community. Metropolitan Police are aware of the concern the incident will cause residents.
- Metropolitan Police urge potential witnesses to come forward with information or CCTV footage. The investigation continues at pace as authorities process evidence regarding the shooting.
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14-year-old boy killed in shooting named by police
Three teenagers aged 14, 16, and 18 have been arrested on suspicion of murder. A 14-year-old boy shot dead in south-east London has been named as Eghosa Ogbebor. Two boys, aged 14 and 16, and an 18-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the shooting on Lord Warwick Street, Woolwich, at about 3.40pm on Thursday, the Metropolitan Police said. Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card said: “Our thoughts remain with Eghosa’s family…
In London, a 14-year-old was shot in broad daylight. British police arrested three suspects, including two young people aged 14 and 16 and an 18-year-old. "Despite the rescue efforts, the boy was tragically declared dead at the crime scene," said the Metropolitan Police on Friday. One is aware that this incident will cause concern in the local community, said Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card. He expressed his condolences to the fellow's rela…
After the fatal incident, the police presence in the British city is to be increased.
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