Charlton: Woman, 44, dies after being hit by a van

A 44-year-old woman has been killed after being hit by a van in south-east London, the Met Police has said.

Officers were called at 10.33pm on Tuesday April 18 following reports that a van had hit the woman in Atlas Gardens, Charlton.

Despite the efforts of emergency services, the woman died at the scene a short time later.

The woman’s next of kin has been informed and specially trained family liaison officers will provide them and their family with support.

Det Ch SupTrevor Lawry, the local policing commander for south-east London, said: "This is a tragic incident and my thoughts are with the woman’s family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.

"A dedicated team of detectives are continuing to piece together what happened and they will remain at the scene throughout the day whilst they carry out these enquiries.

“Local neighbourhood officers will also be in the area to respond to any concerns you may have."

A post-mortem examination to establish the woman’s cause of death will take place in due course.

Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command are leading the investigation and would like to hear from anyone with information about what happened.

Please call 101 quoting CAD 9939/18Apr or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.