Met Police Dog Handler Narrowly Escapes Serious Injury in Ilford Crash
A Metropolitan Police dog handler walked away unharmed after a dramatic crash on Eastern Avenue, Ilford, involving a brand-new £60,000 Volvo dog unit vehicle. The collision happened around 10:25 p.m. on November 14, forcing the closure of the eastbound road at the Ashurst Drive junction.
Front-End Smash with Reversing Car
Witnesses say the police vehicle slammed into a car reversing out of a driveway, though this has yet to be officially confirmed. The impact left the police Volvo with serious front-end damage. Thankfully, the police dog inside was completely unhurt.
Emergency Crews Rush to Scene
- Paramedics and doctors from the London Ambulance Service quickly arrived to assess injuries.
- London Fire Brigade tackled a fuel spillage to keep the scene safe for recovery operations.
Eastern Avenue southbound faced temporary closure, causing disruptions to local buses 66, 296, and 396. The road reopened at 11:38 p.m. after police cleared the area.
Met Police Launch Full Investigation
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson confirmed that specialist officers are on-site conducting a thorough probe to unravel the exact circumstances of the crash. More updates are expected as the investigation unfolds.
