Woman Hospitalised After Scaffolding Fall on Eltham High Street

Early Morning Fall Sparks Emergency Response

A woman in her 20s was rushed to hospital after falling from scaffolding on Eltham High Street just before 1am on Thursday. Emergency services, including police, the London Fire Brigade, and London Ambulance Service, quickly arrived at the scene following a 12:50am call reporting the incident.

Injuries Not Life-Threatening

The injured woman was treated on-site before being taken to a south London hospital. Thankfully, her injuries have been confirmed as non-life-threatening. A spokesperson confirmed: “There were no arrests.”

Safety Urged Around Construction Sites

Authorities have set up safety cordons at the scene. Residents and passersby are urged to stay vigilant around construction sites and report any safety concerns immediately to help prevent accidents like this.

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