Teen shot dead in south London
The 16 year old was killed this afternoon
Last updated 5th Mar 2025
A teenage boy has been shot dead in south London
It happened in Clapham at 3.21pm this afternoon (Tues)
Police say they were called to reports of a shooting in Paradise Road.
The boy was pronounced dead at the scene despite the efforts of paramedics from London Ambulance Service and London's Air Ambulance.
A police statement said officers are working to identify the teenager and contact his next of kin.
Superintendent Gabriel Cameron, who is leading the local policing response, said:
“This is an enormously shocking incident which I imagine will cause huge distress to the local community.
“Our thoughts are with the young boy’s family at this devastating time.
“Local officers are on the scene gathering CCTV and speaking to witnesses to piece together what has happened. They will be supported by specialist homicide investigators shortly.
“Please rest assured we will work around the clock to identify and find those responsible.”
No arrests have been made at this early stage of the investigation.
A crime scene and cordons remain in place while emergency services undertake their enquiries, which are ongoing.