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Two people miraculously walked away uninjured after a dramatic crash left one car flipped onto its side against a pub wall in Chadwell Heath.
Emergency services rushed to High Road, near the junction with Whalebone Lane South, at around 10.30pm on Thursday night (3 July) following reports of a serious road traffic collision involving two cars.
Shocking images from the scene show one vehicle on its side, resting precariously on the low boundary wall surrounding the Tollgate pub car park. The wall borders a small outdoor seating area used by pub customers. The car’s headlights remained on, illuminating the wreckage.
A second vehicle sustained significant front-end damage, with the engine visible through a crumpled bonnet.
Both Drivers Discharged at Scene
Despite the alarming impact, London Ambulance Service confirmed that two people were assessed for minor injuries but declined hospital treatment and were discharged at the scene.
A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said:
“Officers were called at 22:22 on Thursday, 3 July to High Road, Romford, to reports of a road traffic collision involving two cars.
Officers attended alongside emergency services to assist and manage road closures.
Two people reported minor injuries and were treated by paramedics. No further action was required.”
London Fire Brigade also responded to the incident, deploying three fire engines and a Fire Rescue Unit from Ilford, Hornchurch, and Bethnal Green. Crews ensured the vehicles were safe and helped manage the scene.
A fire brigade spokesperson said:
“Two cars collided. There were no reports of any injuries. The incident was over for firefighters at 22:56.”
No Arrests or Further Action
The Met confirmed that no arrests were made, and the road has since been reopened. The cause of the crash is not under investigation at this time.
Residents and pub-goers were left shocked by the incident, which occurred just yards from a busy local venue.
