Three teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 14-year-old boy was shot dead in south-east London.

Officers received reports of a shooting on Lord Warwick Street, Woolwich, at about 3.40pm on Thursday, the Metropolitan Police said.

Two boys, aged 14 and 16, and an 18-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

The force had said in an earlier press release that the victim was a man, but on Friday confirmed he was a 14-year-old boy.

Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card said: “Our thoughts remain with the boy’s family and loved ones.

“We are aware of the concern that this incident will cause the local community.

“We have already made three arrests and our investigation continues at pace. An increased police presence remains in the area.

“I would appeal for anyone who was in the area at the time, who has CCTV or dashcam footage of the incident or has information that could help my officers to come forward.”