A man has died after a shooting inside a nightclub in London’s West End, according to Scotland Yard.
Police have arrested one man on suspicion of murder and are currently holding him at a police station in south London.
The shooting occurred around 3am this morning at a private function inside the Avalon club in Shaftesbury Avenue.
The injured man, believed to be aged 31, was rushed to hospital with multiple gunshot wounds but later died from his injuries, according to police.
Police outside the Avalon club on Shaftesbury Avenue
Police believe they know the identity of the deceased man but are awaiting formal identification.
The man’s next of kin have been notified.
The club describes itself as a “unique and stylish” venue in the “heart of West End’s party scene”.
Police have closed Shaftesbury Avenue while they investigate
Meanwhile, Shaftesbury Avenue and a section of Wardour Street have been closed while police investigate the shooting.
Anyone who was at the Avalon nightclub last night or in the early hours of this morning or who has information about this incident should call the incident room on 020 8785 8244 or call Crimestoppers anonymously 0800 555 111.
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