A tragic incident in East London has resulted in the death of a 46-year-old man following a collision between an e-bike and a horse-drawn cart. The fatal crash occurred on Folly Lane in Chingford, prompting a significant emergency response and an ongoing police investigation.
Details of the Chingford Collision
Emergency services were called to the scene at approximately 6:08 PM on Wednesday, February 4th, after reports of a serious collision involving an e-bike and a horse and cart. Officers from the Metropolitan Police attended alongside paramedics from the London Ambulance Service.
Despite the efforts of medical personnel, the e-bike rider, who has not yet been publicly identified, was pronounced dead at the location. His next of kin have been informed and are receiving support from specialist police officers during this difficult time.
Arrest and Police Investigation
The driver of the horse and cart, a 25-year-old man, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of wanton and furious driving. He remains in police custody as inquiries continue into the circumstances surrounding this devastating event.
Detective Sergeant Faye Cook of the Met's Serious Collisions Investigation Unit, who is leading the investigation, stated: "This is a tragic incident that has resulted in the sad death of a man. We have made an arrest and our investigation continues."
Appeal for Witnesses and Information
Authorities are actively seeking information from the public to assist with their investigation. Detective Sergeant Cook emphasised: "We would ask that anyone with information, CCTV or dash cam footage to contact my officers."
Witnesses or individuals with relevant footage are encouraged to:
- Contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD5904/04FEB
- Call the Serious Collisions Investigation Unit directly on 0207 175 0753
- Report information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
This incident highlights the complex challenges of shared road use in urban environments and serves as a sobering reminder of road safety concerns affecting all transport users in London.
