Girl shot in 'planned hit' of rival gang members

A nine-year-old girl was shot in the head during a planned gang-related attack at a restaurant in Dalston, east London, prosecutors stated. Javon Riley, 33, faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, linked to the shooting that also injured three men. The prosecution described the incident as part of an ongoing rivalry between two gangs, the Tottenham Turks and Hackney Turks. Prosecutor James Mulholland emphasized the degree of planning involved, claiming Riley played a crucial role before, during, and after the shooting. The gunman, who is still at large, opened fire from a motorbike, hitting the girl and the other victims.

Covert recordings suggest Riley had connections to the Tottenham Turks and was involved in the planning of the attack. The girl has undergone several intensive surgeries and is recovering well. This incident highlights the ongoing violence tied to gang rivalries in London.