A woman has tragically died following a collision involving a lorry and a pedestrian near East Ham Tube station in East London. The incident occurred on Friday morning, prompting a significant emergency response to the busy area.
Police were called to the scene shortly after 9am, following reports of a collision involving a heavy goods vehicle and a pedestrian. Officers from the Metropolitan Police, alongside paramedics from the London Ambulance Service, attended the location on High Street North, E6.
Despite the efforts of the emergency services, the woman was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. Her next of kin have been informed, and specialist officers are providing support during this difficult time.
Road closures were put in place around the incident site, causing significant disruption to local traffic and bus services in the East Ham area. Motorists were advised to seek alternative routes, and commuters were warned of potential delays.
An investigation into the circumstances of the collision has been launched by the Metropolitan Police. Enquiries are ongoing, and authorities are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward and assist with their investigation.