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Met Names Ismail Bham in Hackney Fatal Collision, Appeals for Witnesses

Detectives seek CCTV or dashcam footage to aid the Serious Collisions Investigation Unit.

Overview

  • Police were called at 15:46 on Thursday, 12 February to a collision between a van and a pedestrian at Alkham Road and Cazenove Road in Upper Clapton.
  • The 94-year-old pedestrian, identified as Ismail Bham, was taken to hospital and died from his injuries on Monday, 23 February.
  • The van driver remained at the scene; no arrests have been made as enquiries continue.
  • Officers ask anyone with information or footage to call 101 or the witness appeal line on 020 8246 9820, quoting reference 4903/12Feb26.
  • Detective Sergeant Ed Rulton offered condolences to the family, who are being supported by specially trained officers, and urged potential witnesses to come forward.