A series of investigations have been launched after four people died and a fifth person was critically injured on London’s roads within a 24 hour period on 17 and 18 December.
Fatal collisions in Cricklewood, Northolt, Southall and Chadwell Heath led to the deaths of two pedestrians and two motorcyclists. Another motorcyclist was critically injured in Bromley.
Chief Inspector Lora John of the Met’s Roads and Transport Policing Command said: “Each of these incidents is being investigated separately by dedicated officers. The circumstances in each case are different and none of the collisions are believed to be directly linked.
“However, the overall picture is disturbing and tragic. My thoughts are with the families of those who have lost their lives. They will be supported by specialist police officers in the difficult days and months ahead.
“In two of the incidents, drivers did not remain at the scene. Urgent enquiries are under way to trace them.
“The Met is committed to working with partners and the public to ensure that London’s roads are safe for everyone. Days like these are challenging and upsetting, demonstrating clearly how much needs to be done by all of us to stop this needless loss of life.”
Cricklewood collision
Police were called at 04:39hrs on Friday, 17 December, to a collision on Edgware Road in the vicinity of Cricklewood Bus Garage. A 23-year-old motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
At this early stage it does not appear that any other vehicle was involved, however officers need to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or captured it on dashcam, CCTV or other cameras. If you can assist, please call 020 8246 9820 ref 882/17dec.
From: Metropolitan Police Department