Two charged over east London shooting

A woman was treated in hospital.

Police were called to reports of a shooting in September (library image)
Author: Aileen O'SullivanPublished 6th Nov 2025

Two men have been charged with conspiracy to murder after a shooting in Walthamstow in September.

Police were called to reports of gunshots on Howard Road, just after midnight on Monday, 29 September.

A 36-year-old woman was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken to hospital, where her injuries were deemed not life-threatening or life-changing.

35 year old Demaine Mason, of no fixed address, was arrested on Tuesday, 28 October and was charged on the same day with conspiracy to murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

He appeared at Thames Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 19 October where he was remanded in custody.

20 year old Mohammed Kashif, of Calshot Road, Birmingham, was arrested on Tuesday, 4 November and charged on Thursday, 6 November with conspiracy to murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

He remains in custody and will attend Thames Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 6 November.

Officers continue to appeal for witnesses to come forward. If you have information that could help police, please call 101 quoting CAD 74/29Sept. Alternatively, to remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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