Tragedy on Green Lanes: Dad Collapses in Horror as 8-Year-Old Son Killed by Car
Heartbreaking Crash in North London
A devastating accident on Green Lanes, Enfield, has rocked a community after an eight-year-old boy was fatally struck by a car on Friday evening. The child was rushed to hospital but sadly died despite emergency treatment.
Father Collapses at Scene, Witness Shocked
A witness, the manager of the nearby Anokhi Indian restaurant, revealed chilling details. “His father collapsed in shock and medics were desperately trying to revive him on the pavement,” he told the Evening Standard.
The witness added, “Our waitress saw the whole thing as she stepped off the bus. The staff returned traumatised and eyes full of tears when they learned he was the dad’s only child.”
Police Launch Serious Investigation
The Metropolitan Police confirmed they were called to the scene at 6:43pm on 28 April. The driver stopped and no arrests have been made. The Serious Collision Investigation Unit is now probing the crash.
Officers have urged anyone with dashcam footage or information to come forward. You can contact the police quoting CAD 6124/28Apr23 by calling 0208 597 4874, 101, or tweeting @MetCC. Anonymous tips can also be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
This tragedy is a stark reminder of the dangers on our roads. Our thoughts are with the family in their time of unimaginable grief.
