Appeal for witnesses following fatal collision in Stratford

Police are appealing for information following a fatal collision in Stratford on Thursday, 23 April.

Officers responded to reports of a collision between a van and pedestrian at around 09:07hrs at the junction of High Road Leyton and Millais Road.

Officers attended the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service. The pedestrian, a 78-year-old woman, was taken to hospital with serious injuries and sadly died on Friday, 24 April.

Her family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

The driver of the car involved, a silver Vauxhall minivan, stopped at the scene and did not sustain any injuries. No arrests have been made.

Detective Sergeant Faye Cook, from the Met's Serious Collision Investigation Unit said:

“Our thoughts remain with the victim’s family and friends who are still coming to terms with their loss.

“As we try to build up a full picture of the incident, we are appealing to speak to anyone who may have witnessed it - particularly if they have CCTV or dashcam footage.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or the Serious Collision Investigation Unit witness line on 020 7960 8044, quoting 1603/23APR26.