Horror as driver dies after smashing Audi into building in London as police launch probe

A DRIVER has died after crashing his Audi into a building in London.

Police were scrambled to the High Road in South Woodford this morning after the horror unfolded.

Sadly the male driver could not be saved and was declared dead at the scene shortly after.

Shocking pictures show the front of the Audi TT crumpled against a brick wall.

A probe has now been launched but it is understood no other vehicles were involved.

Officers are now investigating the circumstances of the crash.

The Met said: “We’re working at the scene of a car in collision with a building in High Road, South Woodford E18. Incident happened at 10.18hrs.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area as cordons remain in place.”

They continued: “Sadly, the driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene. Work is ongoing to identify and inform next of kin.

“At this early stage it is believed no other vehicles were involved.

“Enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.”