Teenager charged with attempted murder after Bushey shooting
Shots were fired towards a property and its occupants in Woolmerdine Court on Sunday, 15 September
A 19-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting incident in Bushey, Hertfordshire, on Sunday, 15 September. Shots were fired towards a property and its occupants in Woolmerdine Court at around 4:25 pm.
Police, including armed officers and a helicopter unit, were deployed in an effort to locate the suspect, who fled the scene on a Sur-Ron style electric bike. No injuries were reported in connection with the incident.
Almamie Jawara, of Leveret Close, Watford, was arrested following police enquiries and charged with attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life on Thursday, 26 September.
Jawara appeared before Hatfield Magistrates' Court on Friday, 28 September, and was remanded into custody. He is scheduled to appear at St Albans Crown Court on 29 October.
Detective Sergeant George Lewin, who is leading the investigation, stated, "This is believed to have been a targeted incident as part of an ongoing dispute. Residents deserve to feel safe in their community, and I hope news of this charge provides reassurance that we take all incidents seriously and will respond appropriately."