Hit-and-run in Shepherd’s Bush Green leaves pedestrian hurt

Hit-and-run in Shepherd’s Bush Green leaves pedestrian hurt
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Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A serious crash at 11am in Hammersmith and Fulham today causes road chaos as police close Shephard’s Bush Green. Emergency repairs follow a burst water main.

The road is closed from A402 Goldhawk Road (Shepherd’s Bush Empire) to A4020 Uxbridge Road/Wood Lane, according to online traffic source Inrix. Traffic is congested on the south side of Goldhawk Road and Shepherds Bush Road, and drivers are turning back along Holland Road from the Holland Park Roundabout.

Additionally, there are delays along the north side and east on Uxbridge Road past Shepherd’s Bush Market. Twelve bus lines in London are reportedly being rerouted as a result.

Hammersmith and Fulham Council posted:

“Emergency alert. ROAD UPDATE: All four lanes on the western side of Shepherd’s Bush Green W12 are closed due to emergency Thames Water works and a serious accident. Please use an alternative route if you’re travelling eastbound on Goldhawk Road to Westfield or Holland Park. Delays expected in the area. Traffic is currently being diverted down Lime Grove to Uxbridge Road by Met Police.”

What is the ongoing update of this incident on Shephard’s Bush Green?

The ongoing Thames Water repairs to a burst water main, which was shocking when it happened, are adding to the delays in the Shepherd’s Bush area.

A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said:

“We were called at 11.02 am today (February 4) to reports of a road traffic collision in Shepherd’s Bush Green, West London. We sent a number of resources to the scene including an ambulance crew, a paramedic on a cycle and an advanced paramedic.

We treated a patient at the scene and took him to a major trauma centre as a priority.”

Police have confirmed details of what happened. 

A Met Police spokesperson said: “Police were called to Shepherd’s Bush Green at 11:04 am on Tuesday, February 4 following a collision involving a car and a pedestrian.

The pedestrian has been taken to hospital with serious injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening. The vehicle involved failed to stop at the scene. Officers remain at the scene and the road is partially closed.”

Massimiliano  Verde

Massimiliano Verde is a journalist at Parliament News, He is covering Society and Culture News. Boasting a Master's Degree in Political Science, stands as a prominent figure in the Italian cultural landscape. His presidency of the Neapolitan Academy, a scientifically and sociolinguistically renowned group, attests to his relentless dedication to safeguarding and promoting Neapolitan language and culture. His activism and profound expertise have propelled him into the role of interlocutor for UNESCO as part of the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022-2032), a prestigious acknowledgment highlighting the significance of his efforts in preserving the linguistic and cultural diversity of our planet.

Verde's fervent passion for the history and culture of Southern Italy has driven him to immerse himself in research, resulting in numerous essays and articles that delve into the peculiarities and beauties of the region. His commitment extends beyond academia, manifesting in ongoing dissemination activities aimed at acquainting the general public with the rich cultural heritage of the South. His endeavors transcend national boundaries, as evidenced by his participation in international conferences and collaboration with various foreign institutions, rendering him an ambassador of Southern culture on the global stage and fostering intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding.