A man is in a critical condition after being shot in North Woolwich last night.

Police were called to Woodman Street at around 10.20pm following reports of gun shots being heard in the area and found a 25-year-old man suffering wounds to his torso and face.

He was taken to hospital where he is said to be critical but stable.

Enquiries into the circumstances of the shooting are ongoing, and no arrests have been made.

Any witnesses, or anyone with any information, can contact police via 101, or via Twitter @MetCC.

To give information anonymously call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.