Southend Lane was closed both ways for nearly two and a half hours today after a serious collision, sparking long traffic delays.
Crash Causes Major Disruption
- The crash happened around noon on October 8.
- Emergency services rushed to the scene near Firhill Road, close to Ladbrokes.
- Southend Lane remained blocked until about 2:30pm when the accident was finally cleared.
- Traffic congestion stretched half a mile either side, causing chaos for commuters.
Woman Taken to Hospital as Priority
A female patient involved in the crash was treated on site and rushed to hospital as a priority.
“We were called at noon to reports of a road traffic collision in Southend Lane, SE6. An ambulance crew treated a patient and took her to hospital urgently,” said a London Ambulance Service spokesperson.
Her current condition remains unknown.
Police and Emergency Services Respond
The Metropolitan Police have yet to release further details. Emergency crews worked swiftly to clear the scene, restoring normal traffic flow by mid-afternoon.
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