Tragedy on A12: Man Dies After Falling from Bridge
Emergency crews rushed to the A12 Eastern Avenue near Pettits Lane on Tuesday after reports of a person in distress. Despite swift action from police, paramedics, and air ambulance teams, a man in his 70s was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
Road Closures Cause Chaos
The Metropolitan Police confirmed the man fell from a bridge onto the carriageway at around 11:45am. The eastbound carriageway has now reopened, but the westbound remains closed, causing major traffic delays. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
A Met Police spokesman said:
“Road closures are in place on the A12 at Pettits Lane Romford RM12, after a person fell from height from a bridge onto the carriageway at around 11:45hrs today.
Sadly despite the efforts of LAS and 1 Air Ambulance paramedics, the man, believed in his 70s, was pronounced dead at the scene. Officers have informed his next of kin.
The Eastbound carriageway has now re-opened. Police are working to minimise disruption and re-open the Westbound carriageway as soon as possible. In the meantime alternative routes should be used where possible.
The death is not being treated as suspicious. If you saw what happened, please call 101 ref CAD 2279/6 Feb.”
Community Urged to Stay Clear
The scene remains cordoned off as police carry out their investigation. Residents and commuters are urged to stay updated with traffic reports and avoid the area to help emergency services manage the situation smoothly. The community mourns the loss while authorities work to piece together the full story.
