Man Killed in Wimbledon Lorry Crash – Police Hunt Witnesses
Detectives are hunting for witnesses after a man was hit and killed by a lorry in Wimbledon early Tuesday morning.
Body Found on Durnsford Road
Police were called to Durnsford Road, SW19, at around 5.40am on 21 January following reports of a body on the road. Emergency services arrived but the man, believed to be 49, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation Underway, Driver Traced
Detective Sergeant Andy Russell from the Met’s South West Area Roads & Transport Policing team said they have identified the man’s next of kin. “Formal identification will take place in due course,” he added.
Officers have also traced and spoken to the driver of a blue curtained Volvo articulated lorry involved in the collision. The driver is cooperating with the police.
Not Treating Death as Suspicious
The investigation remains open but police confirmed they are not treating the death as suspicious at this time. They continue to appeal for anyone with information to come forward.
How to Help
- If you saw the incident or have information, call police on 101.
- Quote reference: CAD 1025/21Jan.
