Police have launched an investigation after reports of gun shots in Croydon in the early hours of this morning.

Officers were called to the scene in London Road at around 12.25am.

No injuries were reported and no arrests were made.

Police enquiries into the circumstances continue.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting CAD114/12Oct.

A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: "Police were called at approximately 00:25hrs on Wednesday, 12 October to reports of a firearm discharge in London Road, Croydon.

"Officers attended the scene.

"No reports of any injuries.

"No arrests; enquiries into the circumstances continue.

"Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote CAD114/12Oct.

"You can also speak to the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."