In a heart-wrenching incident that unfolded early this morning, a man in his 50s tragically lost his life following a collision between a pedestrian and a car. The incident occurred at approximately 3:05 am on September 10th, sending shockwaves through the community.
Authorities swiftly responded to the scene on Harrow Road, where the fatal accident took place. Both officers from the Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service teams rushed to provide immediate assistance.
Despite their prompt efforts, the pedestrian involved in the collision was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving a somber atmosphere in the area. The victim’s family has been notified of the tragic loss and is receiving support from specialized officers to help them cope with the devastating news.
The vehicle involved in the accident, a blue Mercedes C300, came to a halt following the collision. The driver, identified as a man in his 20s, was subsequently arrested by law enforcement on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving while unfit through drugs.
The incident has led to the implementation of road closures in the vicinity as police continue their comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic crash. Authorities are appealing to the public for assistance, urging witnesses or individuals with dashcam footage related to the incident to come forward.
A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police issued the following statement: “Police are appealing for witnesses and footage following a fatal collision in Westminster. Emergency services were called at around 3.50am on Sunday, 10 September, to a collision between a car and a pedestrian in Harrow Road, W2 near to Royal Oak underground station. Officers attended along with ambulance colleagues. The male pedestrian, aged in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene. The man’s family have been informed and will be supported by specialist officers.”
The spokesperson further added, “Road closures remain in place in the area as police continue their investigation and a full examination of the scene. Detectives from the Serious Collision Investigation unit are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to contact them on 101, quoting CAD 1453/10SEP23, or via Twitter @MetCC.
