A man has been rushed to hospital after being hit by a car on the A13 near Canning Town this morning.
Emergency services were called to the busy dual carriageway, at the junction of Freemasons Road, following reports of a crash between a pedestrian and a Ford Focus car at about 10.30am.
It is believed the pedestrian, in his thirties, has suffered a leg injury.
A spokesman for the London Ambulance Service said: “He was taken as a priority to the Royal London Hospital escorted by the doctor from London’s Air Ambulance.”
All lanes have now re-opened but motorists are being warned of delays.
Police, two ambulances and an air ambulance attended the scene.
Are you at the scene? Call Seema with information on 020 8477 3879 or email seema.hakim@archant.co.uk
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