Police launched a murder investigation after a 40-year-old man was shot dead during a memorial service in East Acton, west London, on Friday evening.

Officers responded to reports of multiple gunshots at 7:47pm. The victim was declared dead at the scene. Police described the killing as a "senseless act of violence".

No further details on the circumstances of the memorial service, the identity of the victim, arrests, or motive have been disclosed in the available material.