A met police officer has died after he was shot on Friday by a man who was being detained in South London.
The incident happened at approximately 02:15hrs, 25 September at Croydon Custody Centre in Windmill Lane.
Despite efforts by paramedics, the Met officer, who is believed to be in his 40s, later died at the hospital, the Metropolitan police said.
You May Also Like
A 23-year-old man was detained at the scene. He had suffered a gunshot wound and was rushed to the hospital. He is in critical condition.
No police firearms were discharged during the incident.
Police Commission Cressida Dick described the incident as “shocking” in which “one of our colleagues has lost his life in the most tragic circumstances”.
” My heart goes out to his family, direct colleagues and friends.
“We are currently supporting his family and also have a dedicated team providing support to the officers and those in the custody centre who witnessed the shooting.
“When a colleague dies in the line of duty the shockwaves and sadness reverberate throughout the Met and our communities. Policing is a family, within London and nationally, and we will all deeply mourn our colleague.
“We are in the early stages of the investigation and are still working to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and we will provide further updates when we have them.”
The UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson also took to his Twitter handle on Friday morning to express his condolence.
Mr Johnson tweeted “My deepest condolences go to the family, friends and colleagues of the police officer who was killed in Croydon last night.
“We owe a huge debt to those who risk their own lives to keep us safe.
“
A Met officer Stuart James who appeared on BBC one television programme said he and his colleagues “responded to the worst possible radio transmission from custody, words and scenes I shall never forget”
He added: “This morning my team and I responded to the worst possible radio transmission from custody, words and scenes I shall never forget.
“The unimaginable happened to our police family. We have lost not only a good skipper but also a real gentleman. One of the best. RIP brother.”
The Home Secretary, Priti Patel said in an official statement that she is “saddened” and “shocked” to learn of the officer who has been shot and killed in the line of duty.
She added “My thoughts today are with his family, friends, and policing colleagues in London and across the country.
“This morning, I spoke to the Metropolitan Police Commission Cressida Dick to express my condolences and to offer whatever support is needed as this tragic event is investigated.
“This is a sad day for our country and another terrible reminder of how our police officers put themselves in danger each and every day to keep the rest of us safe.”
The Mayor of London Sadiq Khan tweeted a copy of his official statement on Friday morning to express his sympathy to the officer’s family while describing the news of his demise as ‘devasting’
He said on Twitter “I am devastated by the news a Metropolitan Police officer has lost his life. I was informed of this tragic incident by the Commissioner this morning, and my heart goes out to the family of this brave officer, who has paid the ultimate price for helping to keep Londoners safe.
“My thoughts are also with his loved ones, friends and the entire Metropolitan Police family, who I know will be deeply mourning their colleague at this extremely difficult time.”
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer tweeted on Friday morning to express his condolences.
He tweeted “Horrific to hear of a police officer being shot and killed in Croydon.
“Our police put themselves in harm’s way every day to keep us safe.
“All my thoughts are with the officer’s family, friends and colleagues.
“
An investigation has been launched following the death of the officer and the case has been referred to the independent Office for Police Conduct to lead the investigation.
The MPS retain primacy of the murder investigation.
More Stories
Burglar Bags 3 years in Jail After Breaking Into Halfords Shop in Peterborough
One Person killed, Three Others Wounded in a Shooting in Brixton
Nigeria and Britain Seal Major Port Deal and Landmark Migration Agreements
55-year-old Man Shot Dead in Stonebridge in Brent
Murder Investigation Launched After 40-year-old Man Stabbed to Death in Maida Vale
