December 8th 2024.
Yesterday afternoon in Ilford, a tragic incident occurred that left a community in shock. A woman in her 60s lost her life after being hit by a car that crashed into a nearby house. The accident took place on Eastern Avenue, a busy street in east London, around 4.10pm. Emergency services were immediately called to the scene, as witnesses reported that the car had collided with not only the pedestrian, but also other vehicles and a building.
Police, paramedics, and the fire department all responded swiftly, but unfortunately, the woman could not be saved and passed away on the spot. Her family has been notified and is receiving support from specialized officers, according to a statement released by the Metropolitan Police. The driver of the car involved in the incident remained at the scene and was not arrested.
Photos taken at the scene show a damaged black car wedged between two parked cars in the driveway of a terrace house. The extent of the damage and the severity of the crash are evident from the images. The police are now appealing for any witnesses who may have seen the accident or have footage captured by CCTV or a dash cam. If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, please contact the Serious Collision Unit at 0208 246 9820 or call 101, quoting reference number 4459/07DEC.
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