Chaos at Hyde Park Corner: Road Rage Sparks Taser Incident
Traffic came to a standstill near Buckingham Palace after a fiery road rage incident on Sunday night, August 11, 2019. It all kicked off around 8.15pm at Hyde Park Corner, SW1, when police were called to reports of a woman injured in a collision.
Woman Hurt After Shocking Car Collision
Officers and paramedics rushed to the scene where the woman—details still scarce—was whisked away to a central London hospital. Sources say she was involved in a dispute with another driver. She’d stepped out of her vehicle when the other car struck her as it tried to speed off.
Taser Fired Amid Row, Man Arrested
The clash quickly escalated into a heated altercation. Police intervened and arrested a man on suspicion of affray. Officers discharged a Taser during the arrest. The arrestee is now in custody while investigations continue.
Another Man Hospitalised, Roads Still Blocked
A second man later complained of feeling unwell and was also taken to hospital. His condition remains unknown. Authorities have imposed road closures around Hyde Park Corner, causing snarling gridlock.
Police urge anyone with dashcam or mobile footage to come forward. Witnesses can call 101 quoting CAD 6953/11Aug to help crack the case.
