COPS have launched a murder probe after a cyclist died in a suspected hit-and-run after allegedly being chased by a moped driver.
Emergency services were scrambled to North Pole Road in Kensington, London, in the early hours of Friday morning.
Despite the best efforts of emergency paramedics, the 24-year-old cyclist was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
The Met Police said CCTV indicates that a man travelling on an e-bike was involved in a horror crash with a moped at around 1am.
It is believed the moped had been pursuing the e-bike prior to the collision.
Bystanders are said to have discovered a seriously injured man on the road and alerted police.
A section of the road was sealed off as emergency services worked at the scene.
Shocking images show an e-bike abandoned on the pavement with a police forensic tent set up nearby.
Cops have now launched a manhunt for the moped driver who failed to stop at the scene.
They are appealing for any witnesses to the collision and the events leading up to it, including the pursuit.
Detective Chief Inspector Neil John, who is leading this investigation, said: “Our thoughts are with the victim’s family at what is a very difficult time.
“We have launched a full investigation and are working hard to get answers and establish exactly what happened.
“Our team are pursuing a number of lines of enquiry, including efforts to identify and trace the rider of the moped.”
He added: “As part of this, we’re urging anyone who was in the area at the time and may have seen the e-bike or the moped to get in touch with us as soon as possible.
“If you have any information that could help, please come forward.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact the force quoting 414/25SEP26.