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Four people hurt in shooting in London on Saturday, Sky News reports

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Posted on May 3, 2026

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· Last updated: May 3, 2026

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Four Hospitalized After Shooting in South London; Police Investigate Link

Incident Overview and Ongoing Investigation

Details of the Shooting

LONDON, May 3 (Reuters) - Four people were taken to hospital with gunshot wounds in a shooting in south London on Saturday and police are investigating whether it was related to a stabbing the same day, Sky News reported on Sunday.

Police Response

Police did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.

Reporting Information

(Reporting by Muvija M)

Key Takeaways

  • Shooting occurred on Coldharbour Lane, Brixton at around 1:14 am, from a vehicle, with specialist crime officers arriving within four minutes; the victims were treated at scene and taken to hospital (one in life‑threatening condition) (news.sky.com)
  • About an hour later, at around 2:17 am, a 33‑year‑old man was found with multiple stab wounds on nearby Acre Lane and is also in life‑threatening condition; investigators are exploring a possible connection between the two incidents (news.sky.com)
  • No arrests have been made yet; increased police presence has been deployed, and authorities are urging witnesses or anyone with footage to come forward (news.sky.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the shooting incident occur in London?
The shooting occurred in south London.
How many people were injured in the London shooting?
Four people were taken to hospital with gunshot wounds.
Are police investigating any connections between the shooting and other incidents?
Police are investigating whether the shooting is related to a stabbing that happened on the same day.
Have the police released an official statement on the incident?
Police did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.

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