An appeal for witnesses has been made after a man was taken to hospital with gunshot wounds.

The 28-year-old was shot in Manordene Road, Thamesmead, shortly after 6pm on Friday.

He was taken to a London hospital for further treatment and is in a stable condition.

No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing.

Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime South (Trident) are appealing for witnesses following the incident.

Any witnesses or anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference Cad 6216/07Feb or to stay anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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