Police rushed to Wellington Street just before 1.30am on January 16 after reports of a...

Published: 9:58 am January 17, 2026
Updated: 8:41 am February 5, 2026
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Police rushed to Wellington Street just before 1.30am on January 16 after reports of a woman spotted on scaffolding raised alarm.

Life-Threatening Fall

The young woman, in her 20s, tragically fell from the height and was rushed to hospital in critical condition. A day later, the Metropolitan Police confirmed she remains in a life-threatening state.

Ongoing Investigation and Road Closure

A Met Police spokesperson said: “Police were called at 01:19hrs on Friday, 16 January, following concerns for the welfare of a woman on scaffolding on Wellington Street, Woolwich.

“The woman subsequently fell from height and was taken to hospital in a life-threatening condition, where she remains.

“The road will remain closed while our investigation continues.”

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