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Van Blast Near Wimbledon Station After Car Park Roof Strike Injures Man in His 60s

Police say the incident is not being treated as terrorism.

Overview

  • London Ambulance Service said it was called at 10:06 a.m. and dispatched an ambulance crew, a fast-response paramedic, an incident response officer and HART paramedics.
  • The man suffered burns, was treated at the scene and was taken to hospital as a priority.
  • Queens Road is closed in both directions between Princes Road and the A219 The Broadway, with bus route 200 diverted.
  • London Fire Brigade, police and ambulance crews cordoned the area near Wimbledon station, while Underground and rail services remain open.
  • Metro reported the contents of a van exploded after it struck the roof of a car park on Queens Road.