Crime reporter,London(wp/es):
A murder investigation has been launched after a young man was shot dead in a north London cemetery.
A 22-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene following the attack in Tottenham Cemetery just before 8am today.
Police said they are keeping an “open mind” with regard to the killer's motive during the early stages of the investigation.
Armed officers and a police helicopter were called to the cemetery alongside paramedics in dramatic scenes as commuters headed off for work.
Scotland Yard said the man was found suffering from “gunshot wounds” and could not be saved.
His next of kin have been informed of his death and a post-mortem examination is due to take place soon.
Detective Inspector Simon Stancombe said: “At this early stage of the investigation we are keeping an open mind to the motive of this attack. I urge anyone who may have seen anything to contact police as soon as possible.”
Officers from the Met’s Homicide and Major Crime Command (HMCC) have been tasked with investigated the murder. No arrests have been made yet.
The incident took place in a working cemetery just minutes from Tottenham Hotspur’s White Hart Lane stadium.
Anyone who witnessed this incident or has information should call police at the incident room on 0208 358 0300 or contact police via @MetCC.
Information can also be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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