Eltham Road was closed for hours on Monday afternoon after a chilling crash involving a...

Published: 6:41 pm March 4, 2026
Updated: 9:42 pm March 4, 2026
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Eltham Road was closed for hours on Monday afternoon after a chilling crash involving a young child.

Six-Year-Old Seriously Hurt But Expected to Recover

Police and ambulance crews rushed to the scene at 3.46pm following reports that a car collided with a six-year-old boy. The boy was treated at the scene and then taken to hospital.

Thankfully, his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing, police confirmed.

Investigation Underway, No Arrests Yet

The Met said no arrests have been made so far as they continue to probe the incident on Eltham Road, Kidbrooke.

“Officers attended alongside the London Ambulance Service who treated a six-year-old boy before taking him to hospital,” a Metropolitan Police spokesperson said.

“No arrests have been made.”

Witnesses Urged to Speak Up

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting CAD 4784/02Mar.

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