A 23-year-old man was robbed at gunpoint in broad daylight after having his car windows smashed.
Police are appealing for information about the incident on Naravino Road, E8 on June 10, shortly after 4pm.
Five suspects are wanted in connection with the incident, after the victim was threatened with a shotgun and had his mobile phone stolen.
Suspect one is described as a mixed race male aged 18-24yrs, with a tattoo on his neck. He was wearing a baseball cap and a hooded top.
Suspect two is described as a black male with stubble and sideburns, wearing a baseball cap and carrying a JD Sports bag.
The other three suspects are described as black males wearing baggy clothing.
Five males, aged 20 and 21yrs have been arrested and were later released on bail.
Anyone with information should contact Det Con Ruth Underwood, from Hackney CID on 0207 275 3139.
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