Two teenagers have died and a 16-year-old boy is in hospital with life-threatening injuries following a horrific multi-vehicle crash on the A13 in Newham, east London.
Emergency response and casualties
Scotland Yard said emergency services responded to reports of a collision on the eastbound carriageway at 8.15pm on Thursday. Two men, aged 18 and 19, were pronounced dead at the scene. Three people were taken to hospital, including a 16-year-old boy with life-threatening injuries.
Arrests made
Police have arrested three men, aged 18, 19 and 23, on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop. They remain in custody.
This is a breaking news story. More details are expected to emerge as the investigation continues.
