Van driver arrested after cyclist left fighting for life in Wandsworth smash
Serious crash on Tooting Bec Road
A cyclist remains in a life-threatening condition after a nasty collision with a van on Tooting Bec Road, Wandsworth. The crash happened around 10:30pm on Friday, November 1, near the junction with Franciscan Road.
Driver charged and in custody
Emergency services rushed to the scene, including officers and the London Ambulance Service. The cyclist was taken to hospital with severe injuries. The 50-year-old van driver was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, failing to stop, and driving under the influence. He is now held in police custody.
Police hunt witnesses and dash cams
Detectives from the Roads and Transport Policing Command are leading the investigation. They are calling on anyone who saw the crash or has dash cam footage to come forward. You can report information by calling 101 and quoting reference 8934/01Nov.
Police say public help is vital to piece together what happened and ensure the driver faces justice.
