Unfortunately, we also expect the park to be closed tomorrow morning and events such as the Saturday market will not go ahead. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Waltham Forest Police say they are increasingly worried for his safety. Three people have been taken to hospital for treatment after the attack. I thought to protect my wife. Another local, tech worker Adam Lees, described The Duke as a family pub. A Metropolitan Police spokesman confirmed they pronounced him dead at the scene. I met with our new Borough Commander last week, and will be meeting again with his team and other MPs in the coming days on what more can be done to address this violence and to ensure it is a top priority not just in our Borough but across the UK. "Today, 1 March, is one week on since this horrific attack took . Enquiries are ongoing. Waltham Forest Police say they are increasingly worried for his safety. People were trying to rip each other apart.". A 17-year-old boy has died after he was discovered by paramedics in north-east London on Sunday night with a serious stab injury, police said. ", 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. Council officers will be assisting the police in any way we can to support the investigation and react to this unacceptable rise in violence.". The males remains were discovered in Lloyd Park, Walthamstow. Police came but he was taken to hospital by someone else and then we heard hed died. They rushed to The Duke pub to reports of a stabbing at 8.16pm on Tuesday. The death is currently being treated as unexplained. ", Did you see anything that happened? A number of police and paramedics descended on the scene shortly after 7pm this evening (Friday, May 17). He was rushed to a North London hospital, and his condition is not thought to be life-threatening. Police are appealing for help to find a missing man last seen on Friday, February 24. Police also said they do not believe the incident was gang related. Also with kids at home I'm worried. The force said in a tweet: "We're growing increasingly concerned and ask that any sightings are reported by calling 999 immediately.". A murder investigation is now ongoing. A murderer who fatally stabbed a man through the heart during a terrifying knife fight had 'avoided deportation' to Jamaica just six months before the shocking incident on the streets of Greenwich. The tweet reads: "A503 Forest Road is currently closed between Hale End Road and Fulbourne Road due to an emergency services incident. Police rushed to the scene following reports of a knife attack at The Duke pub in Wood Street, Walthamstow . Listings of Latest traffic news in Walthamstow and the surrounding area. One resident, who wishes to remain anonymous, has lived in the area for 30 years and told MyLondon the pub was more 'high class'. Sign up to our tailored newsletters here. Residents from throughout Leyton reported seeing police helicopters involved in the incident both last night and today. He said: "Whilst news of this kind is concerning, I would like to reassure the community that we believe this was a targeted attack and there is nothing to suggest any wider risk to the public. . Waltham Forest Council added: The police have closed Lloyd Park this evening. "Anyways, next thing I hear crack crack crack, and I thought it was someone pulling a prank letting firecrackers loose. The 25-year-old was shot in Forest Rise, Walthamstow, at about 9.25pm on Saturday (August 13). According to Waltham Forest Council, Church Hill Road Junction with Shernhall Street to Turner Road, Wood Street junction with Linford Road and Wood Street junction Cuthbert Road have all been closed due to the incident. The police have said they're currently treating the death as unexplained. Police enquiries are ongoing into the death and a cordon remains in place in the area he was discovered. A high street has been cordoned off by police officers following a 'serious incident'. An investigation continues, but the Met Police have said they don't believe the incident was gang-related at this stage. It is not yet been confirmed what the incident was that shut the road or whether anyone has been injured. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. The men, aged between 22 and 42, were rushed to a nearby hospital. Police are appealing for witnesses after four men were injured in a machete attack at a pub in east London. Locals have been left shocked by the attack which led to four men being injured as witnesses have shared details of the incident where 'chairs were sent flying' and a man was left with a blood-soaked t-shirt. "They knew what they were doing. The area around The Duke remains cordoned off by police. He said: "Chairs were being broken peoples heads and pool cues. Anybody with information has been asked to call the Met Police incident room on 020 8345 1570 or 101 and quote CAD 5697/17Mar, or to contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. After chasing them to Barge Walk, Nathaniel was stabbed and died in hospital a few days later on June 8. A man has died from gunshot wounds after distraught family members rushed him to hospital following an attack in the street in East London. They added that enquiries are ongoing and issued an appeal for information. Forensic officers have been working inside The Duke this afternoon. Detective Inspector Grant Stevens, who is leading the investigation, said:"We are in the early stages of piecing together what happened last night and would like to hear from anyone who was inside the pub and witnessed the attack. Jazzman, a 39-year-old who owns Cove17, said The Duke is a family orientated pub. Officers have been checking gutters, bins and the hedges for anything that could help their investigation. The men, aged between 22 and 42, were taken to hospital following the attack at The Dukes Head in Wood Street, Walthamstow, shortly after 8.15pm on Monday. "Its shocking, what a waste of a young life. A murder investigation has been launched and Miss Creasy urged anyone with information to share it with police. Three lives have been lost senselessly to violence that blights our community. A Met Police statement read: "On the 13th August 2022 at 21:27 hours we police called to an incident on Forest Rise, E17, to the discharge of a firearm. The Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service has been approached for comment. Buses routes for the 123, 275 and 675 are all being diverted. One man, aged 22, remains in a life-threatening condition. ", She added: "There was a cordon until last night and police were here - my husband went up and had a nose around at the scene and you could still see the blood on the street but its been washed away now.". Want more of the latest news sent straight to your inbox? When last seen, Sydney was wearing the clothes shown in a CCTV image. There is also a police cordon in an alleyway off Turner Road. We do not expect this sort of thing. Police are increasingly worried for his safety after he went missing four days ago. Residents have reacted with shock, with many saying the area had become a lot safer in recent years. I want to be clear how frightening I know this is for our residents as it is the third shooting in our community in recent weeks. If you have any info yourself please email: ian.molyneaux@reachplc.com. "There's always families and kids running around. It only takes a few seconds! About Us; Staff; Camps; Scuba. 68-year-old Sydney was last seen in Walthamstow in the morning. Vik Kanani, 39, who has owned Coffee Boxx for 5 years, said: "You get the odd skirmish now and then. Advertisement. Forest Road is still closed, only in westbound direction, and is causing some disruptions. To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.". "That used to be a rough pub back in the day, but its gone high class. It is understood that this is due to a police incident in the area. Thank you for following MyLondon's coverage of this incident. The Elliotts, both of Walthamstow, were arrested the same day and have been jailed for life. Police refusing to tell Council guys what's happened 'serious incident'. Police have appealed for anyone who was in The Duke last night to get in touch. Officers were called at 18:01hrs after a man, aged in his 30s, was found stabbed in Brandon Road, E17. Majeed Khan, 50s, lives in Lupin Mews off Turner Road, said: "Blue forensics were here at around 3am and put the yellow cones down and then wrapped the evidence in a bag, the cones are gone now. An unrelated stabbing in Walthamstow happened just down the road from the Duke's Head pub where four men were stabbed. We need you to speak to us. 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. The man's distraught family members rushed him to hospital, where he died while recieving treatment for his injuries. According to local residents on social media, a large crime scene is in place due to the incident which is thought to have taken place late last night. Police were called to Forest Rise just before 9.30pm on Saturday after people reported they could hear gunshots. We understand that there was a party going on at a nearby community centre at the time of the shooting. A local resident said he heard a row in the street followed by gunshots. A busy road in Walthamstow has been completely shut by police due to an ongoing incident. 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. Specialist Units attended the scene and the victim had already been taken to an East London hospital by family members. Our reporter at the scene, Holly Evans, has now left but we will bring you any further updates as they arise. The men, aged between 22 and 42, were taken to hospital following the attack at The Dukes Head in Wood Street, Walthamstow, shortly after 8.15pm on Monday. We now have an update from the Met Police, a spokesperson said: Police were called at 3.41am on Monday, January 24 to Forest Road E17 to reports of men fighting in the street. Another two 18-year-old men were found with stab wounds around the corner on Stocksfield Road. (PA) A 26-year-old refugee has died after being hit by police car responding a 999 call in east London. She told our reporter at the scene that while a crime scene was in place on Sunday, an event at St Peter-in-the-Forest Church was cancelled. Ernesto Elliott, 45 and his son Nico Elliott, 21, robbed 35-year-old Nathaniel Eyewi-Ago of his drugs and cash on June 2, 2021 which led to the fight which was filmed by traumatised onlookers. Waltham Forest police have been stuck in a stand-off with a man in Leyton who fled over rooftops and broke into a house. If theres anything youd like to get in touch with us about, feel free to send an email to e17@reachplc.com. 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