A MAN was hurt in a shooting carried out by suspected gang members.

The victim, aged in his early 20s, was repeatedly hit in the leg and a number of cars peppered with bullets in Kings Close, Leyton, on Saturday at 2.40am.

The man is described as being in a stable condition.

Three or four masked men, who were seen running towards Beaumont Road after the shooting, are being treated as prime suspects in the case.

A sub-division of the Met's Trident unit which deals with gang-related violence is investigating.

Anyone with any information is asked to call detectives on 020 8217 7366.

To remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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