Appeal after moped driver's death in Lewisham collision

Investigators are appealing for witnesses after a moped rider died in Lewisham following a collision with a car.

At around 18:40hrs on Saturday, 20 September, Met officers attended Southend Lane, Lewisham, alongside the London Ambulance Service, following reports of a collision between a car and a moped.

The rider of the moped, a 25-year-old man, was treated for serious injuries. He sadly died at the scene. His next-of-kin have been informed, and are being supported by officers.

The driver of the car, a 52-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving while under the influence of drink or drugs. He was taken into police custody, where he remains.

Anybody who witnessed the incident - or who has information - should call 101, quoting reference 5934/20SEP.