Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police blocked Havering Road in Collier Row following an incident, prompting traffic disruption and a significant response from emergency services.
At approximately 3:30 p.m. today (July 21), several Metropolitan Police cars were seen on Havering Road close to the intersection with Moray Way.
Officers are seen in front of the open back doors of a police vehicle in a photo that the Romford Recorder was able to obtain.
A bus stop had been reached by the van.
Two police cars with blue lights were parked across one lane of the road behind the policemen, blocking traffic from going in either way.
At this point, the incident’s nature remains unknown.
How might this road blockage affect local traffic and community safety?
A road blockage on Havering Road in Collier Row is likely to significantly disrupt local traffic flow, causing congestion, delays, and forcing drivers to seek alternative routes, which can overwhelm surrounding roads and intersections.
This disruption can create a domino effect, spreading traffic bottlenecks across the neighborhood and increasing overall travel times for commuters and residents.
Ambulances and emergency vehicles may face longer travel times due to detours and congestion, potentially endangering people requiring urgent medical attention.
Studies show road closures are associated with a rise in unsafe driving behaviors—such as harsh braking and risky lane changes—due to driver frustration and unfamiliar routes.