Pregnant woman and unborn baby die after crash involving unmarked police car

An investigation into the crash is underway

The incident took place at around 6:15pm on Thursday (October 17) when the police car collided with another vehicle on the A20, near the junction with Kidbrooke Park Road, in Eltham.

The 38-year-old woman was in the other vehicle. Both her and her unborn child died as a result of their injuries.

Two officers in the unmarked car were taken to hospital following the crash, but have since been discharged.

The woman's next of kin are being supported by specially trained officers.

London Ambulance Service, London Fire Brigade and London's Air Ambulance all attended.

The Metropolitan Police confirmed in a statement that an investigation into the collision is underway.

Metropolitan Police Detective Chief Superintendent Trevor Lawry, in charge of policing in Greenwich, said: "My heart goes out to the woman's family and friends who have lost their loved ones in these tragic circumstances.

"An investigation into the circumstances of this collision is under way by the Independent Office for Police Conduct and we will assist with their enquiries in any way we can.

"A road closure will remain at the scene today and I am grateful for the patience of the local motorists, who will need to use alternative routes."

Two officers who were in the unmarked car were also taken to hospital following the collision. They have since been discharged.

More to follow.