File photo by Alec Ross, BlackburnNews.com

File photo by Alec Ross, BlackburnNews.com

Gunshots Reported in North London, Two Males in Custody

By Heather Manners

September 1, 2015 - 7:04am

Two people are in custody after London Police responded to reports of gun shots just after 1:00 a.m. in the area of Briar Court and Thistlewood Drive in northeast London.

Police established a perimeter in the area in the interest of public safety, after a search of the area two males were taken into custody.

London Police say the investigation is continuing, though they have not said if the men are facing any charges. No names have been released.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to contact the London Police Service at 519-661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to www.londoncrimestoppers.com

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