Police and emergency services responded to a serious collision on Eastcote Lane, South Harrow, at 2:40am on Friday 22 May, after a car struck a tree following a police pursuit, resulting in the death of a 29-year-old man.
Police Chase Leads To Crash
Met officers on patrol spotted a speeding vehicle travelling against traffic on Eastcote Lane. Attempts to intercept the car were underway when it collided with a tree.
Emergency Services Attend Scene
London Fire Brigade, London Ambulance Service, and London’s Air Ambulance attended promptly. Paramedics treated three men at the scene.
One Man Dies, Two Injured
The 29-year-old driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other men, aged 25 and in their 20s, were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Ongoing Investigation And Appeal
Met Police continue to investigate the circumstances around the collision. Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101 quoting CAD716/22MAY26 or the North Serious Collision Investigation Unit witness line on 0207 960 8044.
Originally published by UKNIP.
