A serious road traffic incident occurred earlier today in Stamford Hill, leading to the closure of the A10 in both directions. A motorcyclist, a man in his 20s, has been hospitalized with head injuries, though fortunately his injuries are not life-threatening.
Incident Details
The accident took place shortly after 7am on Friday morning. Footage from the scene reveals a motorcycle and a car inside a large police cordon, with sand spread over a significant area of the road to cover spillages.
The road closure extends between Ravensdale Road and Clapton Common. Consequently, traffic congestion has built up from Tottenham High Road past Seven Sisters to Tottenham Hale.
Impact on Public Transport
Several London bus routes, including the 279 and 327, are being diverted due to the incident, causing delays for commuters. Additionally, rail services on the Elizabeth Line have been affected due to a defective track between Acton Main Line and London Paddington.
The Transport for London (TfL) has imposed a speed restriction over the faulty sections of the track until repairs are completed.
Police and Ambulance Services Response
The Met Police confirmed that they were called to the scene at 07:09hrs by the London Ambulance Service (LAS). Upon arrival, officers found that a car had collided with a motorcycle. The injured motorcyclist was promptly taken to an east London hospital.
The police have set up closures at the scene and are urging anyone with dashcam footage or additional information to contact them via 101 or post on X @MetCC using the reference number 1320/6SEPT.
Further Developments
According to the London Ambulance Service, they dispatched a crew to the junction of Stamford Hill and Egerton Road. The paramedics evaluated the motorcyclist before he was transported to the hospital by a third party.
In addition to road disruptions, commuters on the Elizabeth Line are experiencing minor delays between Abbey Wood and Whitechapel due to the track defect. TfL is actively working on fixing the issue to resume normal service as soon as possible.
Traffic and Travel Advice
Motorists are advised to avoid the A10 and seek alternative routes. Traffic is being rerouted via Amhurst Park and Seven Sisters Road, leading to further delays. Long detours have been put in place to manage the traffic overflow.
This incident has underscored the vulnerability of London’s transport infrastructure to both road traffic accidents and rail defects. Commuters are urged to stay updated on traffic reports and plan their journeys accordingly to mitigate delays.
As the situation develops, additional information will be provided to keep the public informed. Please stay tuned for further updates on this ongoing issue.
