Fatal Collision in Edgware: Two Arrested After Police Pursuit
Two men have been apprehended following a deadly incident in Edgware, north-west London, involving a vehicle that had been evading police. The fatal collision occurred on Tuesday afternoon and resulted in the tragic death of a pedestrian.
Incident Overview
According to the Metropolitan Police, the incident unfolded at approximately 2:10 PM on Tuesday in Edgware. A vehicle, while attempting to flee from a police car, struck a pedestrian. Despite the swift response and efforts of emergency services at the scene, a woman in her 60s succumbed to her injuries.
Victim and Family Support
The Metropolitan Police have confirmed the death of the woman and stated that her family is receiving support from specialist officers during this difficult time.
Vehicle Abandoned and Arrests
The vehicle involved in the collision was discovered abandoned in the vicinity shortly after the incident. Subsequently, on Wednesday, two males, aged 18 and 19, were taken into custody. They were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop at the scene of an accident. Both individuals are currently being held in police custody as the investigation progresses.
IOPC Launches Independent Investigation
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has initiated an independent inquiry into the Metropolitan Police’s involvement in the fatal road traffic incident in Colindale. An IOPC spokesperson stated their investigation was launched following notification from the MPS regarding the death of a woman at the scene after being struck by a car under police pursuit on Grahame Park Way.
IOPC Investigation Details
The IOPC dispatched investigators to the police post-incident procedure and the location of the collision to commence evidence gathering. They officially declared an independent investigation shortly after 4:30 PM on Tuesday, emphasizing that their inquiries are in the preliminary stages.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Detectives from the Met’s serious collision investigation unit are actively investigating the incident and are appealing to the public for any information that could aid their inquiries.
Call for Information
Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the collision or saw the vehicle being abandoned on Franco Avenue to come forward. They are particularly interested in obtaining camera footage from road users who were in the area. Anyone with pertinent information is asked to contact the police by calling 101 or messaging MetCC on X, referencing CAD4440/25Mar.