Aylward Street, Stepney Green- Chris Powell dies after fatal collision

A man has been charged as part of an ongoing investigation into a fatal collision in Stepney Green which claimed the life of Chris Powell (pictured) <i>(Image: Metropolitan Police)</i>
A man has been charged as part of an ongoing investigation into a fatal collision in Stepney Green which claimed the life of Chris Powell (pictured) (Image: Metropolitan Police)
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A cyclist who died after a collision with a car in east London has been named as 51-year-old Chris Powell.

The incident happened on Aylward Street in Stepney Green on Thursday (August 6) at around 11.15pm.

Mr Powell was taken to hospital but died of his injuries on Sunday (August 9).

Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card, who is leading the Met's investigation, said: "Our thoughts remain with Christopher's family and friends at this extremely difficult time.

A man has been charged as part of an ongoing investigation into a fatal collision in Stepney Green which claimed the life of Chris Powell (pictured) (Image: Metropolitan Police)

"As we try to build up a full picture of the incident, we are appealing to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has any relevant information – particularly anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage."

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A man has been charged in connection with the collision.

Parvez Ahmed Rahman, 33, of Russia Lane, Bethnal Green, was charged on Friday, August 7 with attempted murder and failing to stop after a road collision.

He appeared at Thames Magistrates' Court on Saturday (August 8) and was remanded in custody.

Mr Rahman is next due to appear at the Old Bailey on September 4.

Enquiries remain ongoing.

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