Girl, 8, and man shot in Kensington as cops hunt gunman

A man and an eight-year-old girl were seriously injured in a double shooting in Kensington, London, with the gunman still on the loose. The incident occurred on Southern Row, W10, on Sunday, November 24, prompting a swift response from emergency services around 5.30pm. Medics attended the scene to treat the victims, identified by Met Police as a 34-year-old man and the young girl. Both are currently hospitalised, with the girl reported to be in stable condition, while the man’s condition remains unknown. A 32-year-old woman was also taken to the hospital as a precaution.

Superintendent Owen Renowden, overseeing policing in Kensington and Chelsea, condemned the incident as “appalling,” expressing concern over the serious injuries sustained by the victims. He urged anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or has relevant information to come forward and assist the authorities in their investigation. Residents in the area took to social media to share their shock and dismay at the shooting, with some noting the presence of a helicopter overhead following the incident.

The Met Police have urged anyone with information to contact them at 101, quoting reference CAD5238/24NOV, or to reach out to Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111. London Ambulance Service has been contacted for further details on the incident. This shooting has sparked concerns among locals about the rise in violent incidents in the area, with many expressing their horror and calling for action to prevent such incidents in the future.