UPDATE: A 29-year-old man is under investigation following a dramatic crash involving a police car and a suspected stolen Sur-Ron bike in Kensington on January 13, 2024. The incident unfolded at around 3:25 PM on Stamford Street, prompting an urgent police response.
Witnesses reported harrowing scenes as the rider was heard screaming, “my leg, my leg,” after the police vehicle collided with him. Neighbors recounted the chaos, with one stating, “I saw it all. You could just see his head; the rest of his body was under the car. It was horrific.” Another added, “Next thing I heard were sirens and then there were loads of police cars outside my house surrounding him.”
Authorities confirmed that the rider was allegedly driving the Sur-Ron bike at excessive speeds and on sidewalks prior to the collision. The man suffered serious leg injuries and was transported to the hospital for treatment, where he remains in a stable condition. Initially arrested on suspicion of multiple road traffic offenses, he was later de-arrested to receive medical attention.
In the aftermath of the crash, the police car reportedly mounted the pavement and struck a garden wall, highlighting the severity of the situation. A mandatory referral has been made to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) to investigate the incident further.
Residents are urged to provide any additional information regarding the crash to @MerPolCC or by calling 101 and referencing case number 26000034414.
This incident raises critical questions about police pursuits and public safety. As the investigation continues, more updates will follow. Stay tuned for the latest developments on this serious situation.
