Emergency services are investigating an incident on Reede Road, Dagenham, where a person was struck by a vehicle on Sunday, December 1, shortly after 3:00 PM.
Incident Overview
Witnesses reported seeing a woman driving the vehicle involved in the collision. The person who sustained serious head injuries, was attended to by Metropolitan Police officers who arrived first on the scene and provided critical first aid. Paramedics from the London Ambulance Service then treated the child further and transported them to a specialist trauma center.
Road Closures and Travel Disruptions
Reede Road remains closed in both directions while police conduct their investigations. The closure has resulted in significant local travel disruptions. Bus route 364 has been diverted via Parsloes Avenue and Heathway in both directions, with authorities advising motorists to avoid the area and follow alternative routes.
Police Appeal for Information
The Metropolitan Police have launched an urgent appeal for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage from the area around the time of the incident. Officers are working to identify the driver involved and understand the circumstances leading to the collision.
Statements Pending
Both the Metropolitan Police and the London Ambulance Service have been contacted for further information. Updates on the investigation will be provided as they become available.
How to Help
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the police by calling 101 and quoting reference number for the case. Alternatively, tips can be submitted anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
This remains a developing story. Stay tuned for more updates as they unfold.
