A WOMAN has been left fighting for her life following a fatal collision near King’s College Campus in London yesterday.
The young woman was taken to hospital and remains in serious condition.
The scene of an incident involving a van in The Strand, central London[/caption]
Emergency services were called to the London location where another woman in her 20s was pronounced dead at the scene.
Her family continue to be supported by specialist officers.
A 23-year-old man was also taken to hospital.
The driver of the van, a 26-year-old male, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by careless driving.
He was further arrested whilst in custody on suspicion of drug driving offences and has since been bailed with conditions while enquiries continue.
Detective Chief Superintendent Christina Jessah, in charge of policing for the area said: “This was a tragic incident which has deeply affected the community.
“I commend the actions of the emergency services and members of the public, who provided aid to those involved who tried to save this young woman’s life and help the others who were injured.
“This area of London is extremely busy and those who have been in the area over the last 24 hours would have noticed an increased police presence as our enquiries continue.
“Cordons have since been lifted, however we continue to work with those in the area, including King’s College London.
“We are aware of inaccurate speculation online about this incident being terrorism related. We ask the public to refrain from this speculation to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation and avoid causing further suffering to the family of the young woman.
“Our thoughts remain with the family of the young woman who has died.”
