A 34-year-old man has died on train tracks in London after a car chase with police.

Met Police said the car failed to stop at 3.26am on Wednesday as it headed towards Streatham High Road.

“A vehicle pursuit was authorised and officers followed the car for a short time, indicating it should stop,” said a statement.

The driver ran away after crashing in Brunswick Mews and police lost sight of him in nearby Potters Lane.

A police helicopter joined the search and a body was spotted on tracks near Estreham Road.

The power to the lines was turned off so the responders could get to the man.

Police said: “As soon as the lines were confirmed as safe, officers and paramedics approached the man who was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.”

The Met’s Directorate of Professional Standards has been informed and the Independent Office for Police Conduct is also investigating.

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