Dramatic Crash Blights Eltham Palace Entrance
A horse-drawn carriage smashed into a car near Eltham Palace at around 7:30pm on Friday. The crash left the carriage wrecked and two girls injured, one with a serious leg wound.
Eyewitnesses Describe Chaos on the Scene
Bystanders said the collision sparked immediate chaos and panic. The two girls onboard the carriage were hurt as it collided with the car, destroying the vehicle and sending shockwaves through the peaceful spot.
Emergency Services Rush to Aid Injured Girls
Paramedics and Met Police officers quickly arrived to help. Both girls were treated on site before the more seriously injured child was rushed to hospital for urgent care.
Safety Fears Raised Over Horse Carriages on Busy Roads
The crash has reignited concerns over horse-drawn carriages sharing roads with motor vehicles. Officials will launch a full investigation to understand how it happened and check for any safety breaches.
Locals voiced shock and stressed the need for stricter rules to protect pedestrians and traditional transport mingling with modern traffic.
