Man charged with attempted murder after Swanley shooting
Connor Heffernan, 28, faces attempted murder and firearm charges following an incident on Acacia Walk.
Incident → evidence → outcomeA man has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting incident in Swanley. Police were called to Acacia Walk on Thursday, October 8, at approximately 8:50 pm after receiving reports of a serious assault. Emergency services discovered a man in his 20s who had sustained gunshot wounds.
The injured man was transported to a London hospital for treatment. He has since been discharged. Four men were arrested in connection with the event. Two were detained on the evening of the incident, with two more arrested the following day, Friday, October 9.
Charges and Court Proceedings
Connor Heffernan, aged 28, who has no fixed address, has been formally charged with attempted murder and possession of a firearm with the intent to endanger life. Heffernan is currently in custody and is scheduled to appear at Medway Magistrates’ Court. The court hearing was set for October 12.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing. Two other men arrested in connection with the incident have been bailed, while one remains in custody. Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them on 101, quoting reference 08-1577, or to call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Questions this report answers
01Who has been charged in connection with the Swanley shooting?
Connor Heffernan, aged 28, has been charged with attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. He is currently in custody awaiting a court appearance.
02What happened to the victim of the shooting?
A man in his 20s sustained gunshot wounds and was taken to a London hospital for treatment. He has since been discharged from hospital.
03How many people were arrested?
Four men were arrested in connection with the incident. Two were arrested on the night of the shooting, and two more were arrested the following day. The investigation is ongoing.
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