Key Points
- Crossway in Dalston closed both ways from A10 Stoke Newington Road to Boleyn Road
- Closure began around 3:30am on April 7 and lasted over four hours
- Police were at the scene, but no official statement has been issued
- Ambulance service could not locate the incident in its records
- Bus route 236 was diverted during the disruption
- Road reopened around 12:19pm
- Incident occurred on Crossway, a road off the busy A10 through Hackney
- Emergency services have been contacted for more information
- Public encouraged to share images or updates with reporter Joseph Reaidi
Crossway in Dalston was closed for more than four hours on April 7 due to an incident that remains unconfirmed by emergency services, prompting major disruption in the area.
The closure affected both directions between A10 Stoke Newington Road and Boleyn Road, beginning in the early hours of the morning at approximately 3:30am. The incident drew police presence to the scene, but no further details have been provided by authorities.
Why did police shut Crossway in Dalston?
As of now, the nature of the incident that led to the road’s closure remains unknown. The Metropolitan Police have not issued a statement and no other emergency service has confirmed their involvement. The closure prompted significant disruption for drivers and bus users, with vehicles being redirected from the affected area.
Crossway is a side road off the A10 in Hackney, a major north-south route through East London. Its closure affected morning traffic flow and raised concern among local residents due to the lack of clarity from officials.
Was public transport affected?
Yes. The 236 bus route, which travels through Dalston, was diverted due to the closure. The diversion was first noted shortly before noon. Although the road has since reopened, the extent of the disruption to the bus service has not been formally detailed.
When was the road reopened?
By 12:19pm, the road closure had been lifted. This followed more than four hours of blocked access and redirected traffic. Despite the road reopening, police had still not shared any formal update by that time. The closure began at around 3:30am, with multiple reports confirming it remained in place into the late morning.
What did emergency services say?
The ambulance service stated that they were unable to locate the incident in their records, which may indicate that paramedics were not called to the scene. Police were present, but did not release any information about the reason for the extended closure.
“We are monitoring official channels for an update on the incident and its nature,” reporter Joseph Reaidi confirmed at 6:17pm. “Check here for the latest.”
Efforts to contact emergency services have continued, but the cause of the closure remains unverified.
What’s next?
As of now, no official explanation has been given for why Crossway was closed for much of the morning.
