The victim of a shooting in Erith has been named and pictured for the first time.

Kai McGinley, 24, from Southwark was shot dead by balaclava-clad attackers following a car chase in Erith on Thursday (February 9).

Police and paramedics were called to Pembroke Road at 8.50pm following reports of shots being fired.

Officers found Kai suffering from a gunshot wound a short distance away in Hillside, and despite attempts by the emergency services to save his life, he died shortly afterwards at the scene.

It is understood that two vehicles were involved in the incident, and that several attackers in balaclavas fired shots at the victim following a road chase.

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Police are appealing for further information about “a silver Land Rover Freelander GL52 HDO which was abandoned by the suspects following the murder”.

Kai’s family have been notified and they are being supported by specialist officers.

A post-mortem examination will take place in the near future.

No arrests have been yet made according to police.

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A murder investigation has been launched led by Detective Chief Inspector Chris Wood, who said: “At this early stage I am very keen to hear from anyone who has any information about the events that took place in Pembroke Road, and in particular anyone that has any knowledge of a silver Land Rover Freelander GL52 HDO which was abandoned by the suspects following the murder.

“I believe that another vehicle or vehicles, that we haven’t yet identified, were then used to drive the suspects away from the scene.

“At least one of these vehicles is likely to be showing signs of front end collision damage.

“If you have noticed a recently damaged vehicle, owned by a friend or family member, seen one parked up or abandoned, or indeed been asked to repair one, please get in touch.

“I have a team of officers and staff working hard to establish what happened to Kai and why – If you saw what happened or have information that can help I need you to get in touch and share what you know.”

DCI Wood, added: “A young man’s life has been ended and a family is now struggling to come to terms with their sudden and terrible loss. Our thoughts are with them today.”

Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to call 101 and quote reference CAD7135/9Feb.

Information can also be provided anonymously to the Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.