Girl, 8, & Man Gunned Down in Shocking Kensington Shooting – Police Launch Manhunt for Armed Suspect!

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Manhunt Launched After Double Shooting in Kensington Leaves Two InjuredManhunt Launched After Double Shooting in Kensington Leaves Two Injured

A manhunt is underway following a double shooting in Ladbroke Grove, West London, which left an eight-year-old girl and a 34-year-old man seriously injured.

Police were called to Southern Row, Kensington, at approximately 5:34 PM on Sunday, November 24, after reports of gunfire. Armed officers and paramedics from the London Ambulance Service responded to the scene.

Incident DetailsIncident Details

The victims, an eight-year-old girl and a 34-year-old man, were treated for gunshot wounds before being transported to hospital. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the young girl is in a stable condition, while an update on the man’s condition is awaited. A 32-year-old woman was also taken to hospital as a precaution, though she was not physically injured.

Detectives have established a large crime scene on Southern Row as inquiries continue. Forensic teams are examining the area, and officers are conducting door-to-door inquiries and reviewing local CCTV footage.

Witness AccountWitness Account

A local resident described the scene as “chaotic,” noting the heavy police presence and road closures that followed the incident. “There were helicopters overhead for what felt like an hour, and police cars just kept coming. Everyone was in shock—it’s not something you expect to see around here.”

Police Statements and AppealPolice Statements and Appeal

Superintendent Owen Renowden, overseeing policing in Kensington and Chelsea, condemned the shooting, describing it as an “appalling incident.” He stated:

“This is an appalling incident that has left two people seriously injured, including a young girl who thankfully is in a stable condition this morning.

“I am appealing to the public who may have been in the area at the time of the shooting. Did you hear any gunshots around 5:30 PM yesterday evening? Did you see anyone fleeing from the area? We are keen to hear from anyone who may have any information surrounding this incident. Your information matters, no matter how insignificant you may think it is.”

No arrests have been made, and police continue to pursue all leads. Officers are urging residents and anyone who may have been in the vicinity to provide any information, including CCTV or dashcam footage.

How to Provide InformationHow to Provide Information

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on101101, quoting referenceCAD 5238/24NOVCAD 5238/24NOV. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be provided toCrimestoppersCrimestoppersby calling0800 555 1110800 555 111.

ACCESS TO THE LAW: Understanding the Crime and SentencingACCESS TO THE LAW: Understanding the Crime and Sentencing

As part of our campaign to improve citizens’ access and understanding of UK Criminal law, we will be explaining the relevant UK legislation surrounding any case law relevant to our articles:As part of our campaign to improve citizens’ access and understanding of UK Criminal law, we will be explaining the relevant UK legislation surrounding any case law relevant to our articles:

Incidents involving firearms are rare in the UK due to strict gun control laws. Under theFirearms Act 1968Firearms Act 1968, possession of an unlicensed firearm carries severe penalties, including mandatory prison sentences. Firearms offenses involving harm or danger to the public, such as this double shooting, are treated as high-priority crimes, with perpetrators typically facing significant custodial sentences if convicted.

The UK’s stringent stance on gun control seeks to prevent such violent crimes, and enforcement agencies emphasize public cooperation in tackling the circulation of illegal firearms.

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