Teenager Fatally Shot in Ladbroke Grove Park as Police Launch Murder Investigation

A murder investigation is underway following the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy in Ladbroke Grove. The incident occurred around 7:20 pm on Sunday, 21st July 2024, near Hazlewood Crescent, W10. Emergency services, including the London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance, responded to the scene where they found the teenager suffering from gunshot injuries. Despite their best efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The victim has been identified as Rene Graham. Six males have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody as investigations continue. Currently, a crime scene is in place, and the police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. They can contact the police by calling 101 and quoting reference CAD6343/21Jul, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

This tragic event has once again highlighted the ongoing issues of violence and inequality in the Ladbroke Grove area, a neighbourhood known for its stark contrasts between wealth and poverty. Despite the presence of multi-million-pound homes, parts of the area suffer from significant socio-economic challenges, contributing to the tensions and incidents of violence