Murder investigation launched after man dies in Woolwich shooting

Detectives investigating a shooting in Woolwich have launched a murder investigation after a man was fatally shot.

Police were called to reports of shots being fired in Frances Street, Woolwich at 20:09hrs on Thursday, 22 October. Shortly after arriving on scene, officers found a 32-year-old man in a parked car with a gunshot wound. He was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital.

The man, who can now be named as Terry Dearsley, sadly died on Wednesday, 4 November. His family continue to be supported by specially trained officers.

Paul Rosser-Davies, 48 (11.07.78) of Brewhouse Road, Greenwich was charged on Sunday, 1 November with attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

Rosser-Davies appeared at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 2 November. He was remanded to appear at the Old Bailey on Monday, 30 November.