Girl, 16, dies in collision near Highgate School
A 68-year-old driver has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving.
Incident → evidence → outcomeA 16-year-old girl has died following a collision involving a pedestrian and a car on North Road, Highgate. The incident occurred near Highgate School at approximately 08:15 BST on Monday. Emergency services, including the Metropolitan Police, London Ambulance Service, London Fire Brigade, and London Air Ambulance, attended the scene.
The girl was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car, a 68-year-old man, remained at the location and was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving, the Metropolitan Police confirmed. Officers stated that the girl's next of kin have been informed and are being supported.
The Metropolitan Police reported that road closures were in effect following the collision and advised the public to avoid the area. The incident took place on North Road, close to the main site of Highgate School.
Questions this report answers
01What happened on North Road, Highgate?
A collision occurred between a pedestrian, a 16-year-old girl, and a car on North Road, Highgate, near Highgate School. The girl was pronounced dead at the scene.
02Has anyone been arrested in connection with the incident?
Yes, the driver of the car, a 68-year-old man, was arrested at the scene. He was taken into custody on suspicion of causing death by careless driving.
03What is the current situation regarding the road?
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that road closures were in place following the collision. The public was advised to avoid the area while emergency services worked at the scene.
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