Parvez Rahman charged with attempted murder after Stepney Green cyclist hit

A man has been charged with attempted murder after a cyclist suffered life-threatening injuries in a collision on Aylward Street in Stepney Green. The incident occurred at approximately 23:15 BST on Thursday 1 August. The victim, a man in his 50s, was taken to hospital and remains in a critical condition, as reported by the BBC.

Parvez Rahman, 33, of Tower Hamlets, appeared at Thames Magistrates' Court on Saturday 3 August. He was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear at the Old Bailey on 4 September. The Metropolitan Police have not confirmed whether the video circulating on social media, which appears to show the collision, will form part of their evidence.

What happens next

Rahman’s case will be heard at the Old Bailey on 4 September. If the court proceeds to trial, the victim’s condition and any witness statements, including the unverified video footage, may be presented as evidence. The Metropolitan Police have not released further details about the investigation or whether additional charges are being considered.

Residents in Stepney Green have been advised to contact the Metropolitan Police with any information related to the incident. The police have not indicated whether road safety measures in the area will be reviewed following the collision.