Pedestrian killed by van 'fleeing' stabbing at London pub

Vehicle found abandoned near scene of collision after failing to stop

Man struck by van following fight outside Gordon Arms pub in Chislehurst (Google Maps)

A pedestrian has died after being hit by a van believed to have been fleeing the scene of a stabbing in southeast London, according to police.

Officers were called to a pub in Chislehurst at about 8.50pm on Friday following reports of men fighting.

A few minutes later, a man was killed by a van less than a mile from the scene.

The van did not stop and was later found abandoned close to where the collision occurred.

Two men were found at the nearby Gordon Arms pub with stab injuries and were taken to hospital. Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Police are linking the incidents. A Met Police spokesman said: “Police were called at 8.52pm on Friday July 24 to Belmont Road in Chislehurst following reports of men fighting.

“Police and London Ambulance Service attended and found two men with stab injuries.

“They were taken to hospital and their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

“At 8.54pm, police were alerted to a collision involving a van and a pedestrian near to Slades Drive, Chislehurst.

“The pedestrian, a man believed to be in his 30s, died at the scene.

“The van did not stop at the scene and was found abandoned nearby.

“Inquiries are in their early stages, however these incidents are currently being treated as linked.

“Extensive cordons and road closures are in place as enquiries continue. There have been no arrests.”

He urged anyone with information about either incident to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 8031.

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