A pregnant woman and her unborn baby died after collision with a police car in south east London.
The unmarked police car collided with another car on the A20 in Eltham on Thursday evening around 6.15pm.
A heavily pregnant woman, 38, who was in the car, and her unborn baby died as a result of their injuries.
The family’s next of kin have been informed, the Metropolitan Police said.
Two officers who were in the unmarked car were taken to hospital and have now been discharged.
Detective Chief Superintendent Trevor Lawry, in charge of policing in Greenwich, said: “My heart goes out to the woman’s family and friends who have lost their loved ones in these tragic circumstances.
“An investigation into the circumstances of this collision is under way by the Independent Office for Police Conduct and we will assist with their inquiries in any way we can.
“A road closure will remain at the scene today and I am grateful for the patience of the local motorists, who will need to use alternative routes.”
(This story is being updated)
