How a nine-year-old girl got caught up in a gangland shooting
Summary
A nine-year-old girl was accidentally shot in the head during a gang-related shooting at a restaurant in Dalston, London. The intended targets were three men hit by the gunman's bullets, and the shooter has not been found. The police are offering a £15,000 reward for information leading to the gunman's arrest.Key Facts
- The shooting took place in a restaurant in Dalston, London.
- A nine-year-old girl was hit by a stray bullet and survived, but it is lodged in her brain.
- The girl has life-changing injuries but has made significant recovery strides.
- The gunman escaped on a motorcycle, and police have not yet found him.
- Javon Riley, 33, was found guilty of attempted murder and other charges related to the shooting.
- The incident is part of a dispute between two rival gangs.
- Police are offering a £15,000 reward for information to help catch the shooter.
- Community mistrust and fear are barriers to people coming forward with information.
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