A police investigation has been launched after a man was killed in a shooting in east London. Police rushed to Linton Road in Barking after receiving reports of shots fired at around 4.35am on Sunday. A man, believed to be in his thirties, was found with a gunshot wound. Despite the best efforts of doctors, he was pronounced dead at the scene. His parents have been notified. The crime scene remains in place. No arrests have been made and investigations into the incident are ongoing. Detective Constable Lewis Basford said: “I understand the shock and concern local residents are feeling following this incident, but I want to reassure them that a team of experienced detectives are already working hard to piece together the events leading up to this shooting. identify those responsible “Local residents will see an increase in police activity in the Linton Road area and would ask them to be patient while officers carry out essential work
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