", "Enquiries into the circumstances continue.". The men, aged between 22 and 42, were rushed to a nearby hospital. Wednesday's incident comes after four people were stabbed in the borough on February 13. Officers were called to the incident just after 3.40am on Monday (January 24) and subsequently closed Forest Road (A503) in both directions. Police rushed to the scene following reports of a knife attack at The Duke pub in Wood Street, Walthamstow . It has quietened a bit. A murder investigation has been launched. LAS have provided us with a statement, a spokesperson said: We were called at 3.46am today (24 January) to reports of an assault on Forest Road, E17. A local resident said he heard a row in the street followed by gunshots. One was wearing "trapstar" branded clothing. Those we are attempting to remove have committed crimes which have a devastating impact on victims and their families.. Another local, tech worker Adam Lees, described The Duke as a family pub. Then the shooting noises, that to me hadnt sounded like a gunshot and all hell broke loose. The Metropolitan Police has increased its presence in Walthamstow, east London, after four people were stabbed within a mile of one another on Wednesday. There's posh people in there.". A resident claims the shooting happened at or close to a birthday party for a one-year-old baby. This account already exists. There are young guys always looking suspicious. We need you to speak to us. A local resident said the area is 'pretty quiet'. It's sort of shocking. He added: "We are working with partners and our community to do all we can to prevent further violence. https://t.co/NtZl8W0ss0. There's posh people in there.". The Met have said theyre increasingly concerned for 68-year-old Sydney while releasing photos of the last known sighting. This site requires JavaScript to run correctly. The Elliotts, both of Walthamstow, were arrested the same day and have been jailed for life. A cordon is currently in place. A man in a standoff with police in East London for hours 'threatened to jump off a roof', then broke into a house. "Whilst news of this kind is concerning, I would like to reassure the community that there is nothing to suggest any wider risk to the public. A teenage girl in uniform was grabbed and nearly abducted by two men on her way to school. ", A man and his son who live in a block of flats near the scene said: "We didnt see nothing before that, there was a party ongoing and then we heard some noises, I couldnt say gunshots because I wasnt paying attention but there was some kind of ruckus and then people screaming. That it happened is a surprise, for me its more safe. "I have called an urgent meeting with the Borough Commander to hear how the police are responding to the recent rise in this fatal violence. Scotland Yard said: Police were called this afternoon to Lloyd Park after a mans body was discovered. Advertisement. Vik Kanani, 39, who has owned Coffee Boxx for 5 years, said: "You get the odd skirmish now and then. Security guard Carlos Manuel, 37, told MyLondon that the area has improved in recent years and he feels a lot safer. We have increased the number of officers on patrol in Walthamstow after three men were injured in a stabbing on Wednesday evening. The man has been in a standoff since 7pm yesterday and it's still ongoing. Traffic is slow moving in the surrounding area as a result.". His death is currently being treated as unexplained. Police are appealing for help to find a missing man last seen on Friday, February 24. He said: "Chairs were being broken peoples heads and pool cues. @MPSWForest Updates from Waltham Forest police, within the NE BCU of London's Met. Officers were called to the incident just after 3.40am on Monday (January 24) and subsequently closed Forest Road (A503) in both directions. A number of police and paramedics descended on the scene shortly after 7pm this evening (Friday, May 17). A bridge over the River Lea has reportedly been cordoned off by police A man died from gunshot wounds after his family rushed him to hospital. "Its shocking, what a waste of a young life. 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It is possible that attendees may have seen what happened. Please rate this website. Lot of police, tapped off to the left as you go in Winns Terrace entrance. The witness, who wanted to stay anonymous, said: "Two young black men walked in, probably late teens, dressed in all black, hoods up and balaclavas. Police have given a new statement on the incident at Lloyd park, revealing they believe man to be 37 years old and that he was found just before 1pm. A fourth man was then found with stab wounds in nearby Shernall Street. Waltham Forest police have been stuck in a stand-off with a man in Leyton who fled over rooftops and broke into a house. These are your officers, please speak to them about any concerns you have. Here's a round up of the first pictures as police remain in the area at multiple cordons. They are not comfortable police vans and dogs searching. The 25-year-old was shot in Forest Rise in Walthamstow at around 9.25pm on Saturday. Police are appealing for help to find a missing man last seen on Friday, February 24. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims family at this time. One resident, who wishes to remain anonymous, has lived in the area for 30 years and told MyLondon the pub was more 'high class'. Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to call 101 quoting CAD 6988/13Feb. Unfortunately as a result of this incident a 25 year old male died in hospital while receiving treatement. TK Maxx , New Look, B&Q and Homesense all set for store closures - is your . Police were called to Forest Rise just before 9.30pm on Saturday after people reported they could hear gunshots. Chief Superintendent Simon Crick, responsible for local policing in north-east London, said the Met is "taking significant steps to increase our local policing presence in the area". "I was in my flat and I saw someone with a hoodie run through the gate outside to between the tree and the fence. Forest Road was closed between Hale End Road and Fulbourne Road at around 6.15am this morning (Tuesday, March 3). Forensic specialists were going in and out of the pub, where blood could be seen in the doorway and on the pavement. Detective Chief Inspector Laurence Smith said: This is a thoroughly senseless act that has led to the loss of a young mans life. (PA) A 26-year-old refugee has died after being hit by police car responding a 999 call in east London. For the latest updates on this developing story follow our live blog below. Here is Stella Creasy's statement, which she posted in the Facebook group Walthamstow Life, in full: Walthamstow it is my sad duty to report that there has been another fatal shooting overnight. Walthamstow. "His death is currently being treated as unexplained. He told MyLondon: "It used to be a good spot for Saturday nights. Police say they are treating the death as unexplained. Waltham Forest Police say they are increasingly worried for his safety. Walthamstow - latest news, breaking stories and comment - Evening Standard Walthamstow London Man charged with attempted murder after stabbing in Walthamstow Officers rushed to Brandon Road. Police came but he was taken to hospital by someone else and then we heard hed died. An unrelated stabbing in Walthamstow happened just down the road from the Duke's Head pub where four men were stabbed. He was pronounced dead at the scene. They walked around the corner of the bar out of view of our table. News UK News Walthamstow, . Residents have reacted with shock, with many saying the area had become a lot safer in recent years. Hi @stellacreasy Can you find out what has happened in Lloyd Park #Walthamstow. His next of kin have not yet been informed. Met Police issued an appeal for a man following the stabbing of a man, in his 20s, on Spruce Hills Road, just a ten minute walk away from the Duke's Head pub on Wood Street. . Something went wrong, please try again later. 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