A person has tragically died, and two others have been injured following an incident at the junction of Godstow Road and Harrow Manorway in uk/where/abbey-wood/">Abbey Wood on the evening of Thursday, 5 December.
Emergency services, including ambulance crews, the Hazardous Area Response Team (HART), and an incident response officer, were dispatched to the scene shortly after 9:20 PM.
Details of the Incident
Two individuals were treated at the scene. One was taken to the hospital by a third party, while the other’s condition remains unknown. Sadly, a man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police Investigation
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that officers had initially attended the area as part of an investigation into a missing person. Upon arrival, they discovered a man who was unresponsive.
The death has been deemed non-suspicious, and efforts are ongoing to locate the deceased’s next of kin.
London Ambulance Service Statement
A spokesperson for London Ambulance Service said:
“We were called at 9:23 PM yesterday (Thursday, 5 December) to reports of an incident at the junction of Godstow Road and Harrow Manorway.
“We sent resources to the scene, including ambulance crews, members of our Hazardous Area Response Team (HART), and an incident response officer.”
Community Reaction
The nature of the incident remains unclear, and the local community has expressed shock at the tragic turn of events.
Authorities are continuing their inquiries, and further details are expected as the investigation progresses.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Metropolitan Police.
