A collision involving a metropolitan Police car has resulted in the closure of Mayplace Road West in Bexley. The incident, which took place on a busy road, led to a disruption in traffic flow and several buses that service the area.
At approximately 10:30 pm on Sunday, the 31st December 2023 the Metropolitan Police received reports of a collision between one of their vehicles and a civilian car on Mayplace Road West.
According to reports from the scene, the collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, leading to concerns about potential injuries to those involved. Emergency services, including further police, were dispatched to the scene promptly to assess the situation no one was seriously injured as a result.
Recovery services were also summoned to the scene to begin the process of removing the vehicles involved in the collision.
As emergency responders continued to work at the scene, traffic in the surrounding area experienced delays and congestion due to the road closure. Drivers were advised to seek alternative routes and exercise caution while travelling through the affected area.
The circumstances surrounding the collision, including the cause and potential injuries, are currently under investigation by the Metropolitan Police. Further details about the incident and its aftermath will be provided as they become available.