Police are appealing for dash cam footage and witnesses after an incident in which a driver of a car was killed in a crash in Northolt during the early hours of today (27 January 2025).
Following the incident, a man is in custody after being arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following the collision.
At around 4:40am a BMW came to the notice of a patrolling police car due to the alleged speed at which it was travelling.
A short time later the BMW was involved in a collision with another vehicle, a Ford Focus, being driven by a member of the public in Ruislip Road.
London Ambulance Service and London Fire Brigade were called and attended.
The 47-year-old driver of the Ford Focus died at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported.
Two men in the BMW, a driver and a passenger, both aged 25, were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. They were taken to hospital, and their conditions are not life-threatening. The passenger has since been released with no further action.
The investigation is being led by detectives from the Met’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit and would like to hear from anyone in the area who might have caught dash cam footage of the incident, or in the time leading up to it.
Members of the public who can help can call 101 quoting reference ref CAD 777/27Jan,
To remain 100 per cent anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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