The Metropolitan Police have released CCTV footage of a shooting in London in a bid to track down the moped-riding gunman.

A 21-year-old man was shot three times and suffered life-changing injuries in the attack, which took place in Harlesden, north-west London in the early hours of Tuesday 24 August.

The victim had been speaking to a friend on the street in Cairnfield Avenue when the moped approached.

In the video, the suspect can be seen 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 victim and his friend look at the suspect but appear unconcerned.

The suspect, who was wearing a dark helmet and dark clothing, then pulls out a gun and shoots at the pair, hitting the victim in the back, hand and hip.

The driver then rode away back in the direction of Neasden Lane.

Armed officers arrived at the scene but, despite an extensive area search, the suspect was not located.

A number of bullet casings were recovered at the crime scene.

The victim continues to recover from his injuries at home, while his friend was not hurt.

Officers have now released the footage of the terrifying attack in the hopes it may jog the memories of people who might have seen the suspect 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."

Anyone who can help police should call 101 ref CAD 158/24 August.

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VIDEO: Police release terrifying footage of SHOOTING in London in bid to find moped-riding gunman

The Metropolitan Police have released CCTV footage of a shooting in London in a bid to track down the moped-riding gunman.

A 21-year-old man was shot three times and suffered life-changing injuries in the attack, which took place in Harlesden, north-west London in the early hours of Tuesday 24 August.

The victim had been speaking to a friend on the street in Cairnfield Avenue when the moped approached.

In the video, the suspect can be seen 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 victim and his friend look at the suspect but appear unconcerned.

The suspect, who was wearing a dark helmet and dark clothing, then pulls out a gun and shoots at the pair, hitting the victim in the back, hand and hip.

The driver then rode away back in the direction of Neasden Lane.

Armed officers arrived at the scene but, despite an extensive area search, the suspect was not located.

A number of bullet casings were recovered at the crime scene.

The victim continues to recover from his injuries at home, while his friend was not hurt.

Officers have now released the footage of the terrifying attack in the hopes it may jog the memories of people who might have seen the suspect 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."

Anyone who can help police should call 101 ref CAD 158/24 August.