Baby injured as fireworks thrown at Leyton shop, police investigation closed
A one-year-old girl was taken to hospital following the incident on Lea Bridge Road on October 31.
A one-year-old girl sustained injuries after fireworks were thrown at a shop on Lea Bridge Road in Leyton. The incident occurred shortly before 7:30pm on October 31. The Metropolitan Police Service was alerted to reports of fireworks being directed at the premises.
Officers and paramedics attended the scene and found the infant, who was then taken to hospital. Her injuries are not considered to be life-threatening or life-changing, according to police statements.
Investigation closed
Following the incident, police pursued several lines of inquiry, including interviewing witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage. However, no suspects were identified or arrested. The investigation has now been closed, pending any further information coming to light.
The Metropolitan Police Service is appealing to the public for assistance. Anyone with information that could help the investigation is asked to contact police by quoting reference CAD 6500/31Oct.
Questions this report answers
01What happened on Lea Bridge Road on October 31?
On October 31, fireworks were thrown at a shop on Lea Bridge Road in Leyton. A one-year-old girl was injured by the fireworks and taken to hospital. Her injuries were not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.
02Has the police investigation identified any suspects?
No, the Metropolitan Police Service has closed its investigation into the incident because no suspects were identified or arrested. They are appealing for information from the public.
03How can I provide information to the police?
The Metropolitan Police Service is asking anyone with information about the fireworks incident on Lea Bridge Road to contact them. Please quote reference CAD 6500/31Oct when you get in touch.
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