Brixton drive-by shooting leaves four injured with one in critical condition
A drive-by shooting on Coldharbour Lane in Brixton, south London, left four people injured, with one 25-year-old man in life-threatening condition. The incident occurred after 1am on Saturday, 2 May 2026, prompting a rapid response from the Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service. No arrests have been made, but authorities are actively investigating and urging witnesses to come forward.
- ▪The shooting took place on Coldharbour Lane in Brixton after 1am on Saturday, 2 May 2026.
- ▪Four people, aged 21, 25, 47, and 70, were injured and taken to hospital with gunshot wounds.
- ▪Specialist police units and a trauma team from London’s Air Ambulance responded to the scene.
- ▪Detective Chief Inspector Allam Bhangoo is leading the investigation into the drive-by shooting.
- ▪Police have increased patrols in the area and are appealing for witnesses to contact them or Crimestoppers anonymously.
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