Lewisham Chaos: Car and Bike Crash Triggers Major Traffic Snarls on South Circular
Serious Crash Shuts Key Lewisham Route
Early Sunday morning carnage on Baring Road has brought traffic to a grinding halt. At 1:53am on April 27, police raced to a serious collision involving a car and a bike on the South Circular (A205) near Burnt Ash Hill. Emergency crews are still at the scene as road closures block both directions between Burnt Ash Hill and Birch Grove.
Motorists Warned to Steer Clear
Lewisham Police took to social media with this urgent alert:
“TRAFFIC ALERT: On 27.04.25 at 01:53hrs, police were called to a traffic collision between a car and a bike on Baring Road, SE12. Road closures are in place on the South Circular in both directions between Burnt Ash Hill and Birch Grove. Please check your route before you travel.”
The crash victim’s conditions remain unclear as investigations continue. Meanwhile, drivers are told to avoid the area and find alternative routes to dodge what’s expected to be heavy morning congestion.
Travel Mayhem Hits Lewisham and Grove Park
Transport for London (TfL) advises bus passengers in Lewisham and Grove Park to brace for service disruptions. If you witnessed the crash or have dashcam footage, the Metropolitan Police urge you to call 101 quoting reference 01:53hrs 27/04/25.
