Teenager injured after police chase ends in crash

Date: 2024-11-05
A police pursuit ended in chaos on the A406 at the Crooked Billet roundabout, leaving two Metropolitan Police officers injured and multiple vehicles damaged. The high-speed chase, which took place on the evening of Monday, 4th November, is now under investigation. The incident began when a suspect vehicle, reportedly a stolen white car, failed to stop for officers, prompting a pursuit. The chase escalated as the suspect attempted to flee by driving the wrong way down the A406, ultimately colliding head-on with an Audi and causing significant damage. The dramatic crash brought traffic to a standstill and sparked an emergency response involving police, paramedics, and the London Fire Brigade. Eyewitnesses described the scene as ???carnage,??? with debris scattered across the roadway and emergency services working tirelessly to secure the area and provide aid. The two officers involved were assessed by paramedics from the London Ambulance Service and transported to a local hospital. Their injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening, and they are currently recovering. Individuals involved in the collision, including those in the suspect vehicle and the Audi, were also taken to the hospital, with their conditions awaiting updates. The incident has led to significant disruption, with the A406 blocked in both directions and motorists facing severe delays. Commuters are advised to avoid the area as collision investigators continue their work to determine the exact circumstances of the chase and collision. Authorities have not confirmed whether arrests have been made in connection with the incident. The Metropolitan Police have stated that an inquiry into the pursuit and the events leading up to the crash is ongoing. Further updates will be released as more information becomes available. Drivers and witnesses who may have dashcam footage or relevant information are urged to contact the authorities to assist with the investigation.
The car chase ended in a crash (Picture: UKNIP)

A police chase has ended in chaos after three vehicles crashed on an A-road.

A teenager and a woman were injured after a police pursuit ended on the hard shoulder of the A406 Crooked Billet roundabout in Walthamstow, east London.

Two officers also sustained minor injuries.

The crash happened after a car collided with another vehicle on the busy roundabout shortly before 3pm.

Metropolitan Police said the pursuit was authorised after a car escaped from officers on Cooks Ferry roundabout.

A police pursuit ended in chaos on the A406 at the Crooked Billet roundabout, leaving two Metropolitan Police officers injured and multiple vehicles damaged. The high-speed chase, which took place on the evening of Monday, 4th November, is now under investigation. The incident began when a suspect vehicle, reportedly a stolen white car, failed to stop for officers, prompting a pursuit. The chase escalated as the suspect attempted to flee by driving the wrong way down the A406, ultimately colliding head-on with an Audi and causing significant damage. The dramatic crash brought traffic to a standstill and sparked an emergency response involving police, paramedics, and the London Fire Brigade. Eyewitnesses described the scene as ???carnage,??? with debris scattered across the roadway and emergency services working tirelessly to secure the area and provide aid. The two officers involved were assessed by paramedics from the London Ambulance Service and transported to a local hospital. Their injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening, and they are currently recovering. Individuals involved in the collision, including those in the suspect vehicle and the Audi, were also taken to the hospital, with their conditions awaiting updates. The incident has led to significant disruption, with the A406 blocked in both directions and motorists facing severe delays. Commuters are advised to avoid the area as collision investigators continue their work to determine the exact circumstances of the chase and collision. Authorities have not confirmed whether arrests have been made in connection with the incident. The Metropolitan Police have stated that an inquiry into the pursuit and the events leading up to the crash is ongoing. Further updates will be released as more information becomes available. Drivers and witnesses who may have dashcam footage or relevant information are urged to contact the authorities to assist with the investigation.
Ambulance crews were at the scene within minutes (Picture: UKNIP)
A police pursuit ended in chaos on the A406 at the Crooked Billet roundabout, leaving two Metropolitan Police officers injured and multiple vehicles damaged. The high-speed chase, which took place on the evening of Monday, 4th November, is now under investigation. The incident began when a suspect vehicle, reportedly a stolen white car, failed to stop for officers, prompting a pursuit. The chase escalated as the suspect attempted to flee by driving the wrong way down the A406, ultimately colliding head-on with an Audi and causing significant damage. The dramatic crash brought traffic to a standstill and sparked an emergency response involving police, paramedics, and the London Fire Brigade. Eyewitnesses described the scene as ???carnage,??? with debris scattered across the roadway and emergency services working tirelessly to secure the area and provide aid. The two officers involved were assessed by paramedics from the London Ambulance Service and transported to a local hospital. Their injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening, and they are currently recovering. Individuals involved in the collision, including those in the suspect vehicle and the Audi, were also taken to the hospital, with their conditions awaiting updates. The incident has led to significant disruption, with the A406 blocked in both directions and motorists facing severe delays. Commuters are advised to avoid the area as collision investigators continue their work to determine the exact circumstances of the chase and collision. Authorities have not confirmed whether arrests have been made in connection with the incident. The Metropolitan Police have stated that an inquiry into the pursuit and the events leading up to the crash is ongoing. Further updates will be released as more information becomes available. Drivers and witnesses who may have dashcam footage or relevant information are urged to contact the authorities to assist with the investigation. A Spokesm
The crash closed the roundabout for hours (Credits: UKNIP) (Picture: UKNIP)

It sparked a major emergency response with the ambulance service, fire brigade and the air ambulance in attendance.

Met Police said: ‘The driver and passenger of the car,  a 33-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, were taken to hospital where their injuries were not life-threatening. Enquiries are ongoing.’

A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said it received reports of a crash at the junction of Chingford Road and Billet Road, Chingford, at about 2.59pm.

They said: ‘We sent resources to the scene, including ambulance crews, an incident response officer and London’s Air Ambulance.

‘The first of our crews arrived at the scene in three minutes.’

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