Man killed in north-east London shooting

The man was pronounced dead at the scene on Dynevor Road in Stoke Newington

A man has been killed in a shooting in north-east London.

The 45-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene on Dynevor Road in Stoke Newington at about 00:20 BST on Tuesday. The area has been cordoned off and parts of Stoke Newington High Street remain closed.

The victim's family has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers, the Metropolitan Police said. No arrests have been made.

Det Ch Supt Brittany Clarke said: "We understand this incident will cause concern within the Stoke Newington community, however we do believe this to be an isolated incident at this stage of the investigation with no wider risk to the general public."

Four forensic officers have been at the scene

Liza Dodds, 58, a youth worker who lives opposite Dynevor Road, said: "My husband woke up and said there was gunshots. The instant reaction was 'how do you know?'

"We both got up and had a look. A police officer was doing CPR where the person fell. It seemed like they were going forever."

Another resident said: "I heard a few gunshots and the first thing I thought was that it was fireworks, because you don't expect it to be a gun."

Dynevor Road remains cordoned off

Det Ch Supt Brittany Clarke added: "Our team of detectives and forensic specialists are working at pace to establish the full circumstances that led to the tragic death of this man.

"Residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area, along with a crime scene, as we carry out our inquiries. We thank them for their patience and cooperation at this time."

The Metropolitan Police added that formal identification and a post-mortem examination would take place in "due course".

It is the sixth fatal shooting in London this year.