Moped driver, 51, dies in Lea Bridge Road crash
Police have arrested a 64-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
A 51-year-old moped driver died after a collision with a car on Lea Bridge Road, Clapton. The crash happened on October 15 at 7.05pm. Police were called to reports of a collision between a Vauxhall Zafira and a Yamaha moped.
The moped driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car, a 64-year-old man, stopped at the location. He was subsequently arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in custody.
Investigation Appeal
Acting Detective Inspector Faye Cook, leading the investigation for the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, stated, "Our condolences are with the moped driver’s family at this very difficult time." She added, "As part of our investigation, I am asking anyone who was travelling in the area at the time and has dashcam footage, or information which could be relevant, to please contact us."
Anyone with information is asked to contact police by calling 101, quoting reference CAD 6377/15OCT.
Questions this report answers
01What happened on Lea Bridge Road?
A 51-year-old moped driver died following a collision with a car on Lea Bridge Road in Clapton on October 15. The incident occurred at 7.05pm.
02Has anyone been arrested?
Yes, a 64-year-old car driver was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He remains in custody.
03What are the police asking for?
The Serious Collision Investigation Unit is appealing for witnesses and anyone with dashcam footage from the area at the time of the collision to come forward. Information can be provided by calling 101, quoting CAD 6377/15OCT.
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