The crash happened in Markhouse Road yesterday (credit: Google Maps)
The man was walking in Markhouse Road, near the junction with Queen’s Road, at around 5pm yesterday, when he was involved in a collision with a white Volkswagen van.
The pedestrian was rushed to hospital in a critical condition and passed away a short while later.
Investigators are now appealing for witnesses to the collision to come forward.
Those with information can get in touch with the Met’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit by calling 0208 597 4874, tweeting @MetCC, and quoting the reference 5565/16JUN
To give information anonymously, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.
Police say the driver of the van stopped at the scene and no arrests have been made.
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