Man, 39, fighting for life after shooting in Dagenham

Firearms officers were among those who attended the scene
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David Child6 October 2020
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A 39-year-old man is fighting for life in hospital after a shooting in east London.

Police and paramedics scrambled to Reede Road, in Dagenham, shortly after 4am on Tuesday to reports of gunshots heard.

Met Police said a man, 39, and woman, 32, were found injured at the scene.

Police said the man had suffered gunshot injuries and was rushed to hospital, where he remains in a critical but stable condition.

The woman was also taken to hospital for treatment to minor injuries.

A crime scene remains in place and there is an enhanced police presence in the area.

Detectives are appealing for anyone with information about the shooting or saw something suspicious to come forward.

There have been no arrests and enquiries continues.

Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101, quoting 781/06OCT, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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