London crime: Teen, 17, fighting for his life after being shot and stabbed as police called to 2 gun incidents in Lambeth

A 17-year-old boy is fighting for his life in hospital after struggling gunshot wounds to his chest and a stab wound to his leg.

The incident occurred two days in the past on Friday, March 5.

Police had been called by the London Ambulance Service (LAS) to Blacktree Mews, Brixton after {the teenager} was discovered with gunshot wounds.

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Paramedics from London’s Air Ambulance handled the male on the scene earlier than he was taken to a London hospital.

A criminal offense scene was in place however has now been closed.

On the identical night, shortly earlier than midnight, police had been called to close by Vassal Road, Oval, to stories of a suspected firearm discharge.

A bullet was subsequently discovered wedged right into a wall inside a property.

(*2*), no occupants had been injured.

A criminal offense scene is in place while forensic officers full their investigation.

A spokesperson stated, “Detectives from the MPS Trident Command are investigating each these incidents and are retaining an open thoughts as to whether or not or not they’re linked.

“At this early stage, no arrests have been made.

“Anyone with data which will help both investigation is requested to name 101 and quote CAD reference 7558/05MAR (Blacktree Mews) and CAD 8487/05MAR (Vassal Road), or name Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

Are you on the scene? Did you see what occurred? Please get in contact at [email protected]

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