Two people were killed in West London this morning after a vehicle struck a pedestrian.
A stabbing occurred in Maida Vale around 9am. Officers arrived on the scene to find a victim of an accident that had caused him to be struck by a vehicle.
London Fire Brigade and Ambulance Crew were also summoned to free the man trapped underneath the vehicle. However, both of the victims were declared dead at that point.
Metropolitan Police stated that it was launching an urgent investigation into the tragic incident. They also said officers were working hard to inform the loved ones.
Investigators did not make any arrests but said they would arrange for post-mortems. Buses 31, 36, 228 & 328 were diverted to local roads.
Today’s emergency services are on the ground at Chippenham Road, Maida Vale in West London
Metropolitan Police spokesperson said that an urgent investigation was launched after the death of Maida Vale’s woman and man. At 9.01 am on Monday January 24, police received reports about a stabbing incident in Chippenham Road.
The scene was attended by ‘Officers and London Ambulance Service, as well as London Fire Brigade. A victim with serious injuries was discovered at the scene. An officer also discovered a male victim of a hit-and-run accident at the site.
Both the man and woman were declared dead on the spot. They are currently informing the families. As soon as possible, the post-mortem examinations of these individuals will take place. At this point, there has not been an arrest. Investigations are underway to determine the facts. There are no roads in this area.
London Ambulance Service spokeswoman said, “We were dispatched at 9.02am to report an incident at Chippenham Road. W9.
We sent several resources including 2 ambulance crews and 2 clinical team leaders to assist with the situation, as well as an advanced paramedic, 2 tactical response units, an advanced medic, and a medic in car. Also, we had an incident response officer along with members of our hazardous-area response team.
“We also dispatched via road London’s Air Ambulance. Two victims died on the spot despite all our efforts by medics.
The incident happened on Chippenham Road which has an average house price of £497,000 and is located four roads away from the BBC’s famous Maida Vale studios.
Witnesses can contact police at 101, quoting reference 1496/24jan. To remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers online or 0800 555111.