9-year-old Kerala girl fighting for her life after being shot in London

Minor girl from Kerala hurt during London restaurant shooting
Minor girl from Kerala injured in shooting incident in London. Photo Courtesy: Unsplash

A nine-year-old girl from the southern Indian state of Kerala was injured in a shooting incident in London.

The injured minor was identified as Lissel Maria.

She was eating her dinner with family members when a bike-borne gunman opened fire outside the restaurant.

Apart from the girl, police said three others were injured in the incident.

They were all rushed to a hospital in London for treatment.

According to reports, the minor’s health condition has deteriorated and currently, she is fighting for her lie.

She was reportedly not the target of the attacker.

No arrests have been made so far.

As per local reports, the girl’s parents were identified as Vinaya and Ajeesh.

The Malayali family is settled in Birmingham for over two years, reported Manorama.

A video of the shooting incident has gone viral on social media.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Matt Ward, said: “We know Londoners will be shocked by what has taken place tonight.”

“Our thoughts go to all those affected,” Ward said.