Motorcyclist arrested after collision with van in Croydon

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 20:32 · Archive

A 25-year-old man was arrested after his motorcycle collided with a van during a police pursuit in Croydon.

A 25-year-old motorcyclist was arrested after colliding with a van during a police pursuit in Croydon on 22 October. The incident occurred around 2.50pm when officers requested the rider stop on Sydenham Road. The rider failed to stop and a pursuit was authorised.

Shortly afterwards, on Wellesley Road, the motorcycle collided with a van. The rider suffered injuries in the collision and was taken to hospital, where he remained. According to the Metropolitan Police, his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.

The rider was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and aggravated vehicle taking. The collision led to the closure of Selfhurst Road in Thornton Heath, causing traffic delays between The Crescent and Dagnall Park. Bus routes 75 and 157 were also affected by the incident.

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• Motorcyclist arrested after crash with van during alleged police pursuit in CroydonA 25-year-old man has been arrested after a motorcycle collided with a van during a police pursuit in Croydon.This Is Local London · 22 Oct, 20:11
• Motorcyclist arrested after crash with van during alleged police pursuit in CroydonA 25-year-old man has been arrested after a motorcycle collided with a van during a police pursuit in Croydon.Croydon Guardian · 22 Oct, 20:11

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