A12 crash Eastern Avenue West - Police seek driver

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A 28-year-old motorcyclist has died following a hit-and-run.

The crash, involving a car and a motorbike, was reported at 9.20pm on July 19, at the junction of the A12 Eastern Avenue West and Whalebone Lane North, Chadwell Heath.

A major emergency service response was dispatched to the location, including police, paramedics, firefighters, and London's Air Ambulance. 

The motorcyclist, a 28-year-old man, was located at the scene and treated but was pronounced dead a short time later. 

His next of kin are receiving support from specialist officers. 

The driver of the car is alleged to have left the scene on foot, with efforts now underway to locate him. 

There have been no arrests at this time. 

DCI James Beck said: "Our thoughts are first and foremost with the victim's family and loved ones at this extremely difficult time.

"Officers are working quickly to find the driver of the vehicle and are asking the public – particularly those with doorbell or dashcam footage – to get in touch with us as a matter of urgency."

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting reference 7142/19Jul.

Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously with the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. 

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