Murder investigation launched in Newham after fatal shooting
It follows reports of a shooting on Wednesday evening (18/8)
Last updated 21st Aug 2021
Detectives have launched a murder investigation following a shooting in Newham.
Officers were called at around 10.50pm on Wednesday, 18 August to reports of a shooting on Raymond Road, E13.
Police and the London Ambulance Service attended and found a 20-year-old man with a gunshot wound - He was taken to hospital in a critical condition.
Police were then called to a Route 238 bus on Plashet Grove where a second man, aged 18 years old, was found with a gunshot injury. He was also taken to hospital.
The 20-year-old man was pronounced dead yesterday afternoon (20/8)
He has been named as Otas Sarkus.
The second victim’s injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Detective Chief Inspector Linda Bradley, said: “Our heartfelt thoughts are with Otas’ family and friends at this time. We have been working tirelessly to try to understand the circumstances surrounding this incident and are today appealing for the public’s help with our investigation.
“The shooting happened in a busy residential area, and I am appealing for people to check their dashcams or private CCTV, specifically for any white Volvo SUV/4x4s – which we believe to have been involved – in the areas of Upton Park and Forest Gate between 22:00 and 23:00hrs on Wednesday.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting Operation Tielen or CAD 7763/18Aug. Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Online you can visit https://mipp.police.uk/ and submit any photos, footage or information which you believe may be of relevance.
No arrests have been made.