Eghosa Ogbebor has been named as the 14-year-old boy shot dead on Lord Warwick Street in Woolwich, south-east London, with three suspects arrested on suspicion of murder, according to the Metropolitan Police.
Officers were called to reports of a shooting at around 15:40 BST on Thursday. The teenager was treated by paramedics but died at the scene. His family has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
This follows earlier reports of a fatal shooting in the area, where police confirmed two boys aged 14 and 16 and an 18-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of murder. All three remain in custody as investigations continue.
Witnesses described scenes of panic outside the nearby Greyhound pub. Staff member Sofia Pereira said customers ran inside after hearing a loud “bang” and seeing a teenager flee towards Woolwich Church Street.
She said around 10 people rushed indoors in fear, adding that the atmosphere was “very overwhelming”. Pereira also reported that one individual appeared to be carrying a machete during the incident.
Police have maintained a cordon around Lord Warwick Street, with forensic officers continuing examinations at the scene. Floral tributes have been left nearby.
Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card said officers are appealing for witnesses and anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward as enquiries continue.
London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan said there is “absolutely no place” for such violence, adding that additional police patrols would be visible in the area.