Fatal Incident Closes North Road, Highgate
Metropolitan Police Service investigating after a person died on September 24.
Incident → evidence → outcomeA fatal incident on North Road in Highgate on September 24 prompted a large response from the Metropolitan Police Service. Officers cordoned off a section of the residential street between Hampstead Lane and Broadlands Road with crime scene tape.
A person died at the scene, officers confirmed to London Now. The road closure was expected to remain in place for at least two more hours following the incident. A local woman reported seeing a significant number of ambulances and police cars throughout the morning.
The closure affected bus routes 143 and 263, which were diverted via Archway Road. Passengers were advised to allow additional time for their journeys, as several bus stops were not being served.
The Metropolitan Police Service has been contacted for further details regarding the incident.
Questions this report answers
01What happened on North Road, Highgate?
A fatal incident occurred on North Road, Highgate, on September 24. The Metropolitan Police Service responded and closed a section of the road.
02Were there any transport disruptions?
Yes, bus routes 143 and 263 were diverted via Archway Road because of the road closure. Passengers were advised to allow extra time for their journeys.
03What did the police say?
Officers at the scene confirmed to London Now that a person had died. The Metropolitan Police Service has been contacted for further details.
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