Early Morning Crash Kills 20-Year-Old in Havering Road

Car Slams into Wall

Police rushed to Havering Road at 3.58am on Sunday, 3 January after reports of a car smashing into a wall. Emergency crews from the London Ambulance Service and Fire Brigade also attended.

One Dead, One Injured

Two men were found injured at the scene. Tragically, a 20-year-old was pronounced dead at once. His family have been informed and are receiving support from specially trained officers.

The other man, aged 25, was taken to an east London hospital. His condition remains unknown as investigations continue.

Police Appeal for Witnesses

Detectives are urging anyone with information or dashcam footage to come forward. Contact police on 101 or tweet @MetCC, quoting CAD 1066/03Jan.

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