Crash Horror in Barnet: Car Slams Into Tree and Lamp Post
Police rushed to the scene at 12:37pm on Wednesday, 23 November after a car smashed into a tree and a lamp post near Pinkham Way, Barnet.
Firefighters Cut Car Apart to Rescue Driver
Officers arrived alongside the London Ambulance Service, London’s Air Ambulance, and Fire Brigade. Firefighters had to dismantle the vehicle to free the driver, a man in his 60s.
The driver was treated at the scene before being rushed to hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
Police Seek Witnesses and Dashcam Footage
Officers are urging anyone who saw the crash or captured it on dashcam to come forward. You can call the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0208 246 9820.
Witnesses may also contact police on 101 with reference 3280/23NOV, or anonymously on 0800 555 111.
