A man has been killed in a shooting in north-east London.
The 45-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene on Dynevor Road in Stoke Newington at about 00:20 BST on Tuesday. The area has been cordoned off and parts of Stoke Newington High Street remain closed.
The victim’s family has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers, the Metropolitan Police said. No arrests have been made.
Det Ch Supt Brittany Clarke said: “We understand this incident will cause concern within the Stoke Newington community, however we do believe this to be an isolated incident at this stage of the investigation with no wider risk to the general public.”
She added: “Our team of detectives and forensic specialists are working at pace to establish the full circumstances that led to the tragic death of this man.
“Residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area, along with a crime scene, as we carry out our inquiries. We thank them for their patience and cooperation at this time.”
The Metropolitan Police added that formal identification and a post-mortem examination would take place in “due course”.
