Two men critical after Ilford shooting

The shooting took place in Courtland Avenue (credit: Google Maps)

Two men are fighting for their lives in hospital after being shot in a residential road in Ilford.

The victims, who are both thought to be in their 20s, are in critical conditions after an incident in Courtland Avenue just after midnight today.

The Metropolitan Police said they were called to reports of gunfire at 12.06am.

In a statement, the force added: “An urgent investigation has been launched.

“No arrests have been made. A crime scene remains in place.”

The victims were taken to a hospital in central London for treatment.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting CAD 36/28Sep.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or by visiting crimestoppers-uk.org