Yesterday, a gunman opened fire in a fast food eatery in Plaistow, leaving two 16-year-old boys injured.
The shooting occurred at about 8:30pm yesterday.
Police, London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance all responded to the incident.
One teenager sustained a gunshot wound to his back. He was taken by ambulance to an east London hospital.
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The other 16-year-old suffered a gunshot injury to the leg. He was also rushed to an east London hospital via ambulance.
Thankfully, neither's injuries are life-threatening and they are both in stable condition.
Officers are currently investigating the incident and no arrests have been made.
They are urging the public to come forward with any information. Anyone who witnessed the shooting is asked to call the Trident incident room on 0208 201 2713 or dial 101.
