Woman in 30s Shot in East London Horror

Emergency services were scrambled to Westgate Street, E8, just before 9pm on Sunday, 22 November, after reports of a shooting sent shockwaves through the area.

CPR Battle on the Streets

Police and London Ambulance Service officers found a woman, believed to be in her 30s, with a serious gunshot wound. Officers performed CPR at the scene before paramedics took over. She was rushed to an east London hospital, where her injuries are being treated as life-threatening.

Investigation Underway, No Arrests Yet

The woman’s next of kin have been informed. So far, no arrests have been made. A crime scene remains cordoned off as detectives piece together what happened.

Police Appeal for Witnesses

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD 6587/22 Nov. Tips can also be sent via @MetCC, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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