Serious Crash Blocks A12 Northbound After Police Vehicle Collision

Stratford, East London – Tuesday 10 June 2025 | 18:30

A major smash involving a Metropolitan Police response car has completely blocked the A12 northbound between A106 Eastway (Lea Interchange, Stratford) and the Green Man Roundabout (Wanstead). The crash has sparked severe delays across East London this evening.

The accident, first reported just after 5pm, has left the northbound carriageway fully closed. Emergency services including fire crews, traffic units, and accident investigators remain on site working to clear the wreckage.

Police Vehicle Left a ‘Total Write-Off’ in Horror Crash

Insiders at the scene say the police vehicle involved is a total write-off, suffering extensive damage. An official probe has been launched to uncover what caused the smash.

Meanwhile, the southbound side of the A12 is also partially restricted as emergency teams attend the incident.

City-Wide Traffic Chaos as Congestion Builds

Tailbacks now stretch all the way to the A11, with heavy jams across surrounding routes as drivers hunt for alternatives:

  • A13 gridlocked from Canary Wharf to Barking
  • North Circular clogged with knock-on delays
  • Bus services delayed and rerouted amid the disruption

What Drivers Must Do

  • Avoid the A12 northbound between Stratford and Wanstead at all costs
  • Factor in extra travel time heading east or north from central London
  • Stay tuned to official TfL and Met Police channels for live updates on road reopening

Motorists are urged to stay patient and keep clear of the area until the crash site is fully cleared and investigations conclude.

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