Two young men, identified as childhood friends Mohammed Gazi and Mohammed Zedani, have tragically lost their lives in a horrific car crash near a retail park in Brent Cross, north London. The incident occurred late on Sunday night when the vehicle they were travelling in crashed into trees near Staples Corner.
The group of five, all believed to be in their early twenties, had been returning home after a gym session when the accident happened. Three men lost their lives in the crash, while another is in critical condition, and a fifth sustained injuries not deemed life-threatening.
Friends and locals have expressed shock and grief over the loss of Gazi and Zedani, describing them as lovely boys who had been friends since childhood. They were remembered as intelligent and inseparable friends who attended the same university.
According to witnesses, the man who escaped serious harm was flung clear of the vehicle before it crashed. The families of the victims are awaiting answers from the police regarding the circumstances of the accident.
Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, and an urgent police investigation is currently underway to determine the full circumstances of the crash. The families of the victims are being supported by specialist officers, and road closures remain in place at the scene.
The tragic incident has left the community devastated, with locals describing the scene as horrific and expressing their condolences to the families of the young men.
Inspector William Mcdonald, responsible for policing Barnet, extended his sincere condolences to the families of the victims and assured that a thorough investigation is being conducted to understand what led to the accident.
The loss of Gazi and Zedani has deeply affected the community, highlighting the need for road safety measures and vigilance on the roads to prevent such tragedies in the future.