Man Hospitalised After Horror Crash in Southwark Park Road – Driver Flees Scene
Serious Single-Car Crash Shakes SE16
A man was rushed to hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries after a nasty smash on Southwark Park Road, SE16, in the early hours of Friday, 20 June. Police were alerted at 5:02am following reports of a single-vehicle collision. London Ambulance Service rushed to the scene and found one passenger badly hurt.
Driver Makes Shocking Escape
In a dramatic twist, the driver reportedly bolted before emergency crews arrived. Metropolitan Police are now hunting for the man, launching urgent enquiries to track him down. Meanwhile, Southwark Park Road remains cordoned off as specialist officers comb through the wreckage.
Police Issue Grim Update and Witness Call
A Met Police spokesperson said:
“Police were called at 05:02hrs on Friday, 20 June to Southwark Park Road, SE16, following a single vehicle collision. London Ambulance Service attended and one passenger was taken to hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries. The driver left the scene before emergency services arrived. The scene remains in place and enquiries are ongoing.”
Officers are now urging anyone who saw the crash, spotted someone fleeing, or has CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward.
- Report online at www.met.police.uk
- Call 101 quoting reference 20/06 – Southwark Park Road
- Remain anonymous? Contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
