A man in his 20s has been arrested after shots were fired in Bermondsey.

The incident happened in Jamaica Road just before 8pm on May 6.

Officers attended and found evidence to suggest that a gun had been fired.

Initial police enquiries found that the suspects behind the shooting fled the scene on motorcycles.

A man was arrested on suspicion of firearm offences and was taken to a south London police station where he remains. 

No injuries were reported following the incident.

A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said: “Police were called at 19:56hrs on Monday, 6 May to reports of shots fired at Jamaica Road, SE16.

“Police attended. At the scene evidence was found to suggest that a firearm had been discharged.

“Initial enquiries established that the suspects left the scene on mopeds/motorcycles.

“There were no reported injuries.

“A man, aged 20s, was arrested on suspicion of firearm offences. He was taken to a south London police station where he remains. 

“A crime scene remains in place. Enquiries continue. 

“Anyone who witnessed this incident or has footage should call 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting 5967/06MAY24.

“To remain 100 per cent anonymous call the independent charity crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.”