Detectives have launched a murder investigation following the shooting death of a 19-year-old woman at a residence in Dale Grove, Finchley, during the early hours of Monday, 8 June.
London Ambulance Service paramedics alerted police at approximately 00:15 after reports of gunshots. Despite receiving emergency treatment at the scene, the woman was pronounced dead.
Rapid Police Response Detective Chief Inspector Allam Bhangoo is leading the investigation and confirmed that no arrests have been made so far. Officers are working swiftly to establish the full circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting.
To reassure local residents concerned about the incident, police have increased their presence in Finchley. DCI Bhangoo has urged anyone with information or who witnessed events around midnight to come forward.
Authorities are particularly seeking doorbell or dashcam footage from around 00:00 near Dale Grove to aid the investigation. Witnesses can report details to the police by calling 101 and quoting reference 34/8JUN, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
The victim’s next of kin have been informed and are receiving support from specialist officers. A formal identification and post-mortem examination are expected to take place in due course.
Originally published by UKNIP.
