Detectives have released shocking footage of a gunman on a moped gunning down his victim on a north west London street.
The 21 year-old was left with life-changing injuries after sustaining gunshot injuries to his back, hand and hip.
The attacker pulled up next to him and a friend in Cairnfield Avenue, Harlesden at 12.35am on August 24.
CCTV footage captures the suspect driving into the road from Neasden Lane and circling around before pulling to a stop a few metres away and switching off his lights.
The two men turn to look at the suspect but are unconcerned. The attacker then pulls out a firearm without warning and fires at the pair. The victim who was hit dives behind a car to take cover while his friend scrambles desperately to run away.
The rider fires a number of rounds before calmly driving away back in the direction of Neasden Lane.
Armed officers were dispatched but the shooter escaped. A police cordon was thrown up and a number of bullet casings were recovered by forensics.
The victim continues to recover from his injuries at home after being blasted at close range by the suspect, who was wearing a dark helmet and dark clothing.
Officers have released footage of the terrifying attack in the hopes it may jog the memories of people who may have been in the area before or after the incident.
Detective Constable Oliver Kotis, Specialist Crime, said: “I would urge anyone who lives in the area to check doorbell and dashcam footage to see if they might have captured this person in the area. But for sheer luck we could have had two people shot dead in the street; this could have been a double murder investigation.
“The suspect is a dangerous offender who has access to a firearm and we have seen that they are prepared to use it.
“It is vital that we catch them. Police and communities must work together to apprehend violent criminals who cause bloodshed and misery on our streets. Silence protects them - please, if you can help us, make contact. We will speak to you in the strictest of confidence.
“Alternatively, if you are someone that doesn’t want to engage with the police, you can use anonymous methods such as Crimestoppers - we will not even know your name. What matters most is that you make the call and help us catch a violent criminal.”
