Gunmen open fire on ‘busy’ shopping centre injuring two in north London

Two men have been shot in a late-night gun attack near the O2 Academy Islington
(Credits: UKNIP)

Gunmen are on the loose after unleashing a shooting on a ‘busy’ shopping centre in north London.

Two men, aged 33 and 27, were found with a gunshot wound each at the Angel Central next to the O2 Academy Islington.

Both men were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The 33-year-old’s injuries have been assessed as life-changing, police said.

No arrests have been made.

The Angel Central shopping plaza is sealed off by police as they carry out enquiries.

Metropolitan Police officers were called to the area around 10.25pm on Tuesday (Picture: UKNIP)

Chief Superintendent Jason Stewart, who leads policing in the area, said: ‘This was an incredibly reckless incident in a busy area close to a major venue and no doubt caused significant fear among members of the public.

‘Violence has no place in our communities, and we are pursuing every available line of enquiry to identify those involved.

‘There will be an increased police presence in the area over the coming days, and anyone with concerns is urged to speak to officers.

‘Angel Central remains partially closed as we conduct enquiries at the scene.

‘We recognise the impact this has had, and we are grateful for the understanding and cooperation of the community and our partners.”

Anyone with information who has not yet spoken to police is urged to contact 101.

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