Metropolitan Police detectives are appealing for CCTV and dashcam footage after new information prompted an investigation into reports of a shooting in Hornchurch, east London, on 15 October.
The appeal concerns Maygreen Crescent, close to Park Lane Recreation Ground in the London Borough of Havering. Police say a firearm may have been discharged, but they have not confirmed that a shooting took place.
What happened in Maygreen Crescent?
Police were called at about 7.05pm on Thursday 15 October 2026 after reports of shots being fired. Specialist firearms officers and a police dog unit searched the area.
According to the Met’s statement issued on 12 November, officers found no evidence of shots being fired during their initial search, and no injuries were reported to police.
Why did the investigation begin later?
Reporting published by The Havering Daily on 16 October said an investigation had not been launched at that stage, pending further information. The Met now says subsequent enquiries brought new information to light indicating a possible firearms discharge.
The case is being investigated by specialist detectives from the Met’s Trident unit. The force has not disclosed the nature of that new information or said whether any physical evidence has since been recovered.
What police have said
Detective Inspector Charlie Leather, who is leading the inquiry, said officers had already carried out door-to-door enquiries and checked CCTV in the area. Police want to speak to residents and motorists who have not yet come forward but may hold relevant footage or information.
In its 12 November appeal, the Met said no arrests had been made and enquiries were continuing. Officers said they believed the suspected incident was isolated.
What we don’t know
- Whether investigators have conclusively established that a gun was fired.
- What the new information was that led to the specialist investigation.
- Whether a particular person or property was targeted.
- Whether any suspect has been identified or any later arrest has been made.
Police have not released CCTV footage of the suspected incident in this appeal. They are asking the public to provide potentially relevant recordings.
How to help the police
Anyone who lives or was driving near Maygreen Crescent or Park Lane Recreation Ground at around 7.05pm on 15 October is asked to check any retained CCTV, doorbell camera or dashcam footage.
Information can be passed to the Metropolitan Police on 101 or through the Met’s website, quoting CAD 6387/15OCT26. Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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