Teenager critically injured in Wembley shooting as police hunt gunman

A teenager is fighting for his life after being shot near Wembley Stadium in northwest London early Sunday, police said. The 18-year-old was shot around 5:27 a.m. on Atlantic Crescent, near a bar, prompting a major crime scene and a wide police cordon around the area. He was rushed to a trauma center where his condition remained critical.

Forensics teams were seen around the iconic stadium this morning, with large areas cordoned off by police. No arrests have been made as investigators work to establish what happened. Police officials said the public would see an increased police presence in the local area and urged anyone with information, even small details, to contact authorities as the investigation continues.

London Ambulance Service said it was called at 5:26 a.m. and dispatched an ambulance crew, paramedics and a trauma team from London’s Air Ambulance. The victim was treated at the scene and transported to a major trauma center, where he remains in a critical condition, according to police. The investigation is in its early stages, with detectives examining evidence and interviewing witnesses.

South Way, the street adjacent to Wembley, was closed in both directions as officers processed the scene. The cordon remained in place through Sunday as searches and forensic work continued. Police said there would be an increased presence in the local area and urged anyone who may know something about the incident to come forward.

Investigators are continuing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the shooting. No arrests have been announced, and police emphasized that the inquiry is ongoing. The incident has raised concerns about safety around the stadium as investigators work at pace to gather evidence and build a timeline of events.