Commercial Road Limehouse crash - Woman dies at scene

The crash occurred in the early hours of the morning <i>(Image: Google Maps)</i>
The crash occurred in the early hours of the morning (Image: Google Maps)
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A woman has died following an early morning crash at a major junction in Limehouse, London Now reports.

Emergency services were called to the junction of Commercial Road and East India Dock Road, Limehouse, at around 3.30am this morning (April 5).

Officers were dispatched to the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service, where three people were found suffering serious injuries.

The crash involved two cars, our sister title London Now reports.

The passenger of one of the vehicles, a woman in her 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Two men, one aged in his 20s and the other in his 40s, have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Both men remain in hospital at this time.

The woman's family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

Commercial Road continues to be closed at the time of reporting between West India Dock Road and Salmon Lane.

Sgt John Dale said: “Our thoughts remain with the victim's family and friends at this extremely difficult time.

“As we try to build up a full picture of the incident, we are appealing to speak to anyone who may have witnessed it - particularly if they have CCTV or dashcam footage.”

Anyone with information or footage that could help police should call 101 quoting CAD 1100/05APR26.

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