Drama in Hackney as Toyota Prius Plunges Into Clapton Pond!

Crash Chaos at Clapton Pond Gardens

Emergency services scrambled in the early hours of Tuesday, 4th March 2025, after a Toyota Prius smashed through a fence and ended up submerged in the fountain at Clapton Pond Gardens on Lower Clapton Road, E5.

Eyewitnesses described a shocking scene as the vehicle smashed into the water, leaving a trail of destruction behind including a shattered fence.

Police and Water Rescue Teams Rush to Scene

Reports claim there may be people trapped inside the underwater car, sparking an urgent response from the police, firefighters, paramedics, and specialised water rescue teams.

Metropolitan Police Statement Pending

Authorities have yet to confirm if anyone was in the Prius during the crash or if there are any casualties.

The Metropolitan Police has been contacted for an official comment. We’ll bring you updates as this story develops.

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