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Man dies after car accident near school
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| The scene of the accident this afternoon |
A PEDESTRIAN has died and a woman has been taken to hospital after a car accident outside a school.
The incident took place at around 3pm involving a silver Peugeot and a white Toyota Corolla.
An ambulance took the man, who is believed to be in his 30s, to hospital from the scene near Crofton Junior School, Crofton Lane, Petts Wood, at around 3.13pm.
But he was pronounced dead five minutes later.
A 72-year-old woman was taken by road to the Princess Royal University Hospital in Farnborough suffering from chest injuries.
An ambulance, two fast response cars and an air ambulance were sent to the scene.
Crofton Lane and Towncourt Lane are closed.
The accident has caused congestion in the roads around the school and has backed up as far as Queensway.
Eyewitness John Lee, aged 40, said: "I was just driving down the road and I saw a white car overtake me on the pavement, and then it hit a pedestrian.
"I think the pedestrian was standing eating a sandwich.
"It's absolutely shocking, it really is.
"The driver was female, and after hitting the person the car didn't stop - it kept going and then it hit another car and then stopped.
"I saw neighbours trying to resuscitate him."
3:41pm Thursday 27th March 2008
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CommentPosted by: Me on 4:15pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Anyone know anymore details about this ?
Anyone know anymore details about this ?
Posted by: -- on 4:19pm Thu 27 Mar 08
I was there shortly after it happened. I didn't see what happened, but I spoke to some people who did. The story I got was that a car was driving along and the windshield shattered, the mounted the pavement and hit someone, they were then hit from behind by another driver. There were a lot of police, paramedics and an air ambulance. The junior school wasn't allowing the children out, the parents had to go in and collect and the infants were late letting children out. No-one was allowed to walk passed, and rightly so. The air ambulance took off at about 3.40-3.45.
I was there shortly after it happened. I didn't see what happened, but I spoke to some people who did. The story I got was that a car was driving along and the windshield shattered, the mounted the pavement and hit someone, they were then hit from behind by another driver. There were a lot of police, paramedics and an air ambulance. The junior school wasn't allowing the children out, the parents had to go in and collect and the infants were late letting children out. No-one was allowed to walk passed, and rightly so. The air ambulance took off at about 3.40-3.45.
Posted by: Tracey Schmidt, Petts Wood on 4:21pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Thank you to Newshopper for your up to the minute news. We have all been quite shocked following the incident this afternoon outside my sons schools, and our thoughts and prayers go to the families of those involved.
Thank you to Newshopper for your up to the minute news. We have all been quite shocked following the incident this afternoon outside my sons schools, and our thoughts and prayers go to the families of those involved.
Posted by: Sarah, Orpington on 4:24pm Thu 27 Mar 08
My daughter goes to Crofton school so I saw all the ploice cars and ambulance, and there was a helicopter on the school field. I dont know what happened but my deepest sympathies go out to this mans family, such an awful thing to happen xx
My daughter goes to Crofton school so I saw all the ploice cars and ambulance, and there was a helicopter on the school field. I dont know what happened but my deepest sympathies go out to this mans family, such an awful thing to happen xx
Posted by: Sarah, Orpington on 4:25pm Thu 27 Mar 08
[quote][bold]Sarah[/bold] wrote:
My daughter goes to Crofton school so I saw all the ploice cars and ambulance, and there was a helicopter on the school field. I dont know what happened but my deepest sympathies go out to this mans family, such an awful thing to happen xx[/quote] police cars even
Sarah wrote:
My daughter goes to Crofton school so I saw all the ploice cars and ambulance, and there was a helicopter on the school field. I dont know what happened but my deepest sympathies go out to this mans family, such an awful thing to happen xx
police cars even
Posted by: Mum, Petts Wood on 4:28pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Thoughts are with both families.
Thoughts are with both families.
Posted by: Michelle on 5:04pm Thu 27 Mar 08
My thoughts are with the Families of all involved xx
My thoughts are with the Families of all involved xx
Posted by: Jason, Towncourt Lane on 5:08pm Thu 27 Mar 08
I live about 3 houses along from the accident. My sympathies go out to everyone involved. Although there is no indication in your report as to what caused this accident or if anyone was to blame, this road is a serious black spot due to speeding drivers and the difficulty pulling out of Shepperton Road. Something has to be done as accidents happen about once every six months - you only have to look at how many walls have been knocked down or repaired. Thank goodness this wasn't 20 minutes later when the school was emptying.
I live about 3 houses along from the accident. My sympathies go out to everyone involved. Although there is no indication in your report as to what caused this accident or if anyone was to blame, this road is a serious black spot due to speeding drivers and the difficulty pulling out of Shepperton Road. Something has to be done as accidents happen about once every six months - you only have to look at how many walls have been knocked down or repaired. Thank goodness this wasn't 20 minutes later when the school was emptying.
Posted by: --, Petts Wood on 5:11pm Thu 27 Mar 08
I had the same thought Jason. As tragic as it is that people have died, if it was 20 minutes later the area would have been full of children.
I had the same thought Jason. As tragic as it is that people have died, if it was 20 minutes later the area would have been full of children.
Posted by: Sue on 5:17pm Thu 27 Mar 08
[quote][bold]--[/bold] wrote:
I had the same thought Jason. As tragic as it is that people have died, if it was 20 minutes later the area would have been full of children. [/quote] and that doesnt bare thinking about !
-- wrote:
I had the same thought Jason. As tragic as it is that people have died, if it was 20 minutes later the area would have been full of children.
and that doesnt bare thinking about !
Posted by: .x, petts wood on 5:36pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Jason is right. This is a serious black spot with speeding cars and dangerous driving. Maybe now is the time to put in place a 20mph speed limit from Tudor Way roundabout right through to Place Farm Avenue at school time, just like they have outside Perry Hall Primary School - and get those cars booked when they park irresponsibly on zig zag lines! My thoughts are with the families involved. It is such a tragedy.
Jason is right. This is a serious black spot with speeding cars and dangerous driving. Maybe now is the time to put in place a 20mph speed limit from Tudor Way roundabout right through to Place Farm Avenue at school time, just like they have outside Perry Hall Primary School - and get those cars booked when they park irresponsibly on zig zag lines! My thoughts are with the families involved. It is such a tragedy.
Posted by: School girl, Petts Wood on 6:21pm Thu 27 Mar 08
It was my friend's dad who was hit.
His name is Alan Beveridge. He was happily married with two boys, aged 15 and 12.
Don't keep referring to him as 'a pedestrian' because it breaks my heart.
It was my friend's dad who was hit.
His name is Alan Beveridge. He was happily married with two boys, aged 15 and 12.
Don't keep referring to him as 'a pedestrian' because it breaks my heart.
Posted by: A worried parent, petts wood on 6:23pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Our prayers go to all those involved. Irresponsible parents parking illegally on zig zags, corners, yellow lines and on the pavements make the area a hazard for other motorists, pedistrians, and more importantly, our children. The poor lollypop ladies have to deal with badly parked and speeding cars every day. When will someone do something to stop this.
Our prayers go to all those involved. Irresponsible parents parking illegally on zig zags, corners, yellow lines and on the pavements make the area a hazard for other motorists, pedistrians, and more importantly, our children. The poor lollypop ladies have to deal with badly parked and speeding cars every day. When will someone do something to stop this.
Posted by: Alison, orpington on 6:23pm Thu 27 Mar 08
It is understandable that parents need to park near the school, and a degree of congestion is to be expected - as you would get at any other school at this time of day. However, what is not acceptable is the parents who park on the pavements totally disregarding the safety of others in order to be that bit closer. An extra 5 minutes walk is all that's needed but sadly it seems that over the past few years there's been an increase in those who have seen fit to totally disregard the safety of others by parking along this stretch of road on the wrong side from that where you can park and with 2 wheels on the pavement - clearly evidenced by your photo above - causing massive congestion for both lanes of traffic. This accident is absolutely terrible for all involved. Lets hope parents take note but sadly you can almost guarantee that within a few months they will be doing it again. Bromley Council should send traffic wardens regularly to book and stop these people. My deepest sympathies are with the families involved.
It is understandable that parents need to park near the school, and a degree of congestion is to be expected - as you would get at any other school at this time of day. However, what is not acceptable is the parents who park on the pavements totally disregarding the safety of others in order to be that bit closer. An extra 5 minutes walk is all that's needed but sadly it seems that over the past few years there's been an increase in those who have seen fit to totally disregard the safety of others by parking along this stretch of road on the wrong side from that where you can park and with 2 wheels on the pavement - clearly evidenced by your photo above - causing massive congestion for both lanes of traffic. This accident is absolutely terrible for all involved. Lets hope parents take note but sadly you can almost guarantee that within a few months they will be doing it again. Bromley Council should send traffic wardens regularly to book and stop these people. My deepest sympathies are with the families involved.
Posted by: C, grove Park on 6:31pm Thu 27 Mar 08
My thoughts go out to the poor mans family and friends.
RIP
My thoughts go out to the poor mans family and friends.
RIP
Posted by: sola nathan, orpington on 6:53pm Thu 27 Mar 08
i go to crofton junior school and i was shocked when i found out what happend. i was devistated. the children in the scl had to wait longer but every1 was lking at the helicopter on the field. m prayers go to every1 envolved with the acident
i go to crofton junior school and i was shocked when i found out what happend. i was devistated. the children in the scl had to wait longer but every1 was lking at the helicopter on the field. m prayers go to every1 envolved with the acident
Posted by: Jenny, Orpington on 7:24pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Firstly my deepest sympathies go out to the family involved. I agree with Jason's comment above, a 20mph limit should be imposed, as said before if this had been 20 mins later..
Firstly my deepest sympathies go out to the family involved. I agree with Jason's comment above, a 20mph limit should be imposed, as said before if this had been 20 mins later..
Posted by: Me on 7:27pm Thu 27 Mar 08
[quote][bold]School girl[/bold] wrote:
It was my friend's dad who was hit. His name is Alan Beveridge. He was happily married with two boys, aged 15 and 12. Don't keep referring to him as 'a pedestrian' because it breaks my heart. [/quote] I am so sorry it was your friends dad who has died.
Your friend is going to need you now so you will need to be strong.
People are saying a "pedestrian" as the newshopper had not given his name so nobody knew who he was.
Sending you a hug xx
School girl wrote:
It was my friend's dad who was hit. His name is Alan Beveridge. He was happily married with two boys, aged 15 and 12. Don't keep referring to him as 'a pedestrian' because it breaks my heart.
I am so sorry it was your friends dad who has died.
Your friend is going to need you now so you will need to be strong.
People are saying a "pedestrian" as the newshopper had not given his name so nobody knew who he was.
Sending you a hug xx
Posted by: Infant parent, Petts Wood on 7:31pm Thu 27 Mar 08
This is truly a tragedy. I didn't see the accident so cannot comment on it directly but there has been an accident waiting to happen outside the school for a long time. Inconsiderate people who seem only to care about getting their car as close to the school as possible without a care for those pedestrians and drivers who have to negotiate the roads surrounding the school. I am truly shocked that such a young man has lost his life and left so young a family. Should this not be the impetous we need to voice our opposition to the attrocious parking around the school. The council must surely take action after such a tragic incident. I shall be writing to them and to the local constabulary to urge them to take action.
This is truly a tragedy. I didn't see the accident so cannot comment on it directly but there has been an accident waiting to happen outside the school for a long time. Inconsiderate people who seem only to care about getting their car as close to the school as possible without a care for those pedestrians and drivers who have to negotiate the roads surrounding the school. I am truly shocked that such a young man has lost his life and left so young a family. Should this not be the impetous we need to voice our opposition to the attrocious parking around the school. The council must surely take action after such a tragic incident. I shall be writing to them and to the local constabulary to urge them to take action.
Posted by: conor, orpinton on 7:40pm Thu 27 Mar 08
hi i go to crofton and i was in the classroom close to where the helecopter landed so when we heard the helecopter sound we ran to the window and it looked so close like it was going to land on us! so we had to go out late and i could not go my normal way because our headteacher stoped us and at about 5 PM the dead man was taken away. I give all my love to the family involved and i hope that thay are helped with there loss all my love to the family
hi i go to crofton and i was in the classroom close to where the helecopter landed so when we heard the helecopter sound we ran to the window and it looked so close like it was going to land on us! so we had to go out late and i could not go my normal way because our headteacher stoped us and at about 5 PM the dead man was taken away. I give all my love to the family involved and i hope that thay are helped with there loss all my love to the family
Posted by: Toby B, Bickley on 7:44pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Can any one confirm the detials of the man? As if what the girl says is right, it's my best mate's dad, im truley in shock..
Can any one confirm the detials of the man? As if what the girl says is right, it's my best mate's dad, im truley in shock..
Posted by: ollie, Orpington on 7:45pm Thu 27 Mar 08
oh my god thats my friends dad[bold]bold[/bold]
oh my god thats my friends dad
Posted by: Toby B, Bickley on 7:47pm Thu 27 Mar 08
What's your friends name, i need to know if its my mate's too..
What's your friends name, i need to know if its my mate's too..
Posted by: Susie on 7:54pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Ollie and Toby, It might be a good idea if you send your friend a text and ask if they are ok
Ollie and Toby, It might be a good idea if you send your friend a text and ask if they are ok
Posted by: liz, Orpington on 8:02pm Thu 27 Mar 08
My thoughts go out to all involved in this accident. I thought the emergency services and the staff at both schools handled the situation exceedingly well. It was also comforting to know that neighbours and passers by tried to help. I know that at least one Crofton parent tried to resuscitate Mr Beveridge.
My thoughts go out to all involved in this accident. I thought the emergency services and the staff at both schools handled the situation exceedingly well. It was also comforting to know that neighbours and passers by tried to help. I know that at least one Crofton parent tried to resuscitate Mr Beveridge.
Posted by: Toby B, Bickley on 8:25pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Yes, unfortunatly it is my friend's father, my thoughts are with the beveridge family x
Yes, unfortunatly it is my friend's father, my thoughts are with the beveridge family x
Posted by: Douglas V, Petts Wood on 8:39pm Thu 27 Mar 08
We live down Bushey Ave and are thoughts are with the Beveridge family. I've often thought of writing to the council to put up a mirror on the lamppost accross the road from Shepperton Road so you can see traffic coming round the bend. Speed camera would be good as well; too many boy racers taking that corner at high speed.
We live down Bushey Ave and are thoughts are with the Beveridge family. I've often thought of writing to the council to put up a mirror on the lamppost accross the road from Shepperton Road so you can see traffic coming round the bend. Speed camera would be good as well; too many boy racers taking that corner at high speed.
Posted by: My name doesn't matter, Towncourt Lane on 8:40pm Thu 27 Mar 08
My heart and soul is with all of you envolved. I ran out to help those who were hurt, but was so shocked and overwhelmed at what I saw, so I stayed back with my little boy. This shouldn't of happened but did. I don't know who was to blame but my anger goes out to all those inconsiderate lazy parents who can't walk those extra few meters to pick their children up from school. Parking with 2 wheels on the pavement or totally on the pavement is unacceptable. I've had many heated words with irresponsible parents when trying to cross Towncourt Lane and they ALL argue back thinking that THEY are in the right to park they way they do. Something has GOT TO BE DONE about this before it happens again.
My heart and soul is with all of you envolved. I ran out to help those who were hurt, but was so shocked and overwhelmed at what I saw, so I stayed back with my little boy. This shouldn't of happened but did. I don't know who was to blame but my anger goes out to all those inconsiderate lazy parents who can't walk those extra few meters to pick their children up from school. Parking with 2 wheels on the pavement or totally on the pavement is unacceptable. I've had many heated words with irresponsible parents when trying to cross Towncourt Lane and they ALL argue back thinking that THEY are in the right to park they way they do. Something has GOT TO BE DONE about this before it happens again.
Posted by: Parents, Petts Wood on 8:40pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends affected by this very sad and tragic accident. As parents who drop off our child at Crofton Infant School on a daily basis we have noticed several instances of dangerous driving and illegal parking. As an example, just this morning a driver in a small white peugot van almost hit a parent trying to reverse into a legal parking space, following which the driver of the van hurled abuse and gestures out of his window before speeding off, driving perilously close to several other parked cars. I can understand that the stop / start nature of the traffic around the school is frustrating, particularly as this occurs during rush hour but there are children as young as 4 (and younger given accompanying family) attending Crofton which is a very large school (c550+ pupils in the infants alone) and something needs to be done to make the area safer and more efficient for all road users.
Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends affected by this very sad and tragic accident. As parents who drop off our child at Crofton Infant School on a daily basis we have noticed several instances of dangerous driving and illegal parking. As an example, just this morning a driver in a small white peugot van almost hit a parent trying to reverse into a legal parking space, following which the driver of the van hurled abuse and gestures out of his window before speeding off, driving perilously close to several other parked cars. I can understand that the stop / start nature of the traffic around the school is frustrating, particularly as this occurs during rush hour but there are children as young as 4 (and younger given accompanying family) attending Crofton which is a very large school (c550+ pupils in the infants alone) and something needs to be done to make the area safer and more efficient for all road users.
Posted by: James Lovell, orpington on 8:43pm Thu 27 Mar 08
My Best Friends Father. His name was Alan Beveridge, I'm feeling incredibly sorry for his wife and Two children who i knew well
My Best Friends Father. His name was Alan Beveridge, I'm feeling incredibly sorry for his wife and Two children who i knew well
Posted by: Crofton Pupil, petts wood on 8:45pm Thu 27 Mar 08
i was shocked when i found out today what had happened as we had no idea what was going on. I feel truely sorry for the family they must be in peices!! Hugs to the family x [bold]bold[/bold]
i was shocked when i found out today what had happened as we had no idea what was going on. I feel truely sorry for the family they must be in peices!! Hugs to the family x
Posted by: Anonymous, Green St Green on 8:55pm Thu 27 Mar 08
I am terribly, terribly sorry for the family of the man involved. I honestly couldn't believe the news when I heard it. it's such a terrible same. My thoughts and prayers are very much with the family of the man at this tough time.
I am terribly, terribly sorry for the family of the man involved. I honestly couldn't believe the news when I heard it. it's such a terrible same. My thoughts and prayers are very much with the family of the man at this tough time.
Posted by: L, Crofton on 8:57pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Deepest condolences to the Beveridge family, our thoughts and prayers are with you x
Deepest condolences to the Beveridge family, our thoughts and prayers are with you x
Posted by: Leigh, Orpington on 9:01pm Thu 27 Mar 08
my son goes to crofton juniors, i was walking past at the time, a friend of mine who is a parent at the schl was helping as were neighbours,my heart goes out to Mr Beveridge's family.We are all shocked at this tragic accident but just hope now people give some thought to driving more safely in this area.
my son goes to crofton juniors, i was walking past at the time, a friend of mine who is a parent at the schl was helping as were neighbours,my heart goes out to Mr Beveridge's family.We are all shocked at this tragic accident but just hope now people give some thought to driving more safely in this area.
Posted by: Rob on 9:03pm Thu 27 Mar 08
God.. Adam , James. Im so sorry :(
God.. Adam , James. Im so sorry :(
Posted by: tofunmi, Orpington on 9:05pm Thu 27 Mar 08
i'm a year 6 pupil at crofton school and i didn't exactly see what had happened but someone told me a their point of view but i don't know wether its true or not.It ws that a woman was that someone crashed and another person got run over.An air ambulance laned on our football pitch nad children were not let out of the school because of the incident adults were to go into the school to pick up their children and children that walk home were held up.The streets were bloked up was well so that made it even harder for parents to get their children.All i can say is i am so sorry for the family thet had the loss and i pray god will help the poor lady that was hit.Remeber be carfull with cars and god bless everyone.
i'm a year 6 pupil at crofton school and i didn't exactly see what had happened but someone told me a their point of view but i don't know wether its true or not.It ws that a woman was that someone crashed and another person got run over.An air ambulance laned on our football pitch nad children were not let out of the school because of the incident adults were to go into the school to pick up their children and children that walk home were held up.The streets were bloked up was well so that made it even harder for parents to get their children.All i can say is i am so sorry for the family thet had the loss and i pray god will help the poor lady that was hit.Remeber be carfull with cars and god bless everyone.
Posted by: roberta, Petts Wood on 9:07pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Next time you see someone paked on the zig zag or the pavement or causing an obstruction do something about it,use the camera on you phone and maybe email them to the News Shopper. its the same cars every day.
4wd's parked on the grass verges..its in you hands
Next time you see someone paked on the zig zag or the pavement or causing an obstruction do something about it,use the camera on you phone and maybe email them to the News Shopper. its the same cars every day.
4wd's parked on the grass verges..its in you hands
Posted by: Mike, Crofton on 9:10pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Well Guess what. An Accident has happened at crofton school.
As anyone around here knows this is a traffic blackspot, with massive congestion caused by mummy’s not able to walk more than 100 meters from their cars, nor children to them. It’s not rocket science, just walking a couple of hundred metres won’t hurt you or your child, get them fit and overt the problems that happened today. Crofton Lane/ Towncourt is a major road. Let the Lolloypop ladies do their job and guide you to safer areas. Please can the council Double Yellow all of this as has been proposed in the past. Oh well votes count I guess??
Well Guess what. An Accident has happened at crofton school.
As anyone around here knows this is a traffic blackspot, with massive congestion caused by mummy’s not able to walk more than 100 meters from their cars, nor children to them. It’s not rocket science, just walking a couple of hundred metres won’t hurt you or your child, get them fit and overt the problems that happened today. Crofton Lane/ Towncourt is a major road. Let the Lolloypop ladies do their job and guide you to safer areas. Please can the council Double Yellow all of this as has been proposed in the past. Oh well votes count I guess??
Posted by: tofunmi, orpington on 9:15pm Thu 27 Mar 08
I mean man sorry not lady
I mean man sorry not lady
Posted by: Joseph, Orpington on 9:24pm Thu 27 Mar 08
I am a year six pupil in 60 at crofton i saw the heleicopter land and i thought it was a bit weird at first but i realised that it was a air ambulance and thought something serious had happend. my mum was in terrible shock cause she saw Mr Beveridge being resussitated my thoughts are with his family and i hope people take some more consideration to the rd.
I am a year six pupil in 60 at crofton i saw the heleicopter land and i thought it was a bit weird at first but i realised that it was a air ambulance and thought something serious had happend. my mum was in terrible shock cause she saw Mr Beveridge being resussitated my thoughts are with his family and i hope people take some more consideration to the rd.
Posted by: keeley, crofton on 9:31pm Thu 27 Mar 08
I go to crofton junior school i am in yr 6 after i heard about the acciedent i was so shocked and it was really upsetting to see what was going on my thoughts are with the bevridge family hope they will do something about these dangerous roads x
I go to crofton junior school i am in yr 6 after i heard about the acciedent i was so shocked and it was really upsetting to see what was going on my thoughts are with the bevridge family hope they will do something about these dangerous roads x
Posted by: Joe, Orpington on 9:32pm Thu 27 Mar 08
I was in Alan Beveridge's sons(15) class at crofton.
He lives 30 seconds away from where his dad was run over.
RIP
I was in Alan Beveridge's sons(15) class at crofton.
He lives 30 seconds away from where his dad was run over.
RIP
Posted by: Michelle Harrison, Orpington on 9:33pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Our condolenscenes to the Beveridge family, my son Jack is friends with Alan's son Adam. We are thinking of you at this deeply shocking and sad time. Adam, Jack wants you to know how upset he is on your loss and is here if you need a shoulder.
Al our love and prayers the Harrison's
Our condolenscenes to the Beveridge family, my son Jack is friends with Alan's son Adam. We are thinking of you at this deeply shocking and sad time. Adam, Jack wants you to know how upset he is on your loss and is here if you need a shoulder.
Al our love and prayers the Harrison's
Posted by: Olivia, orpington on 9:38pm Thu 27 Mar 08
[bold]bold[/bold] i'm a year 6 pupil at crofton school and i didn't exactly see what had happened but me and my class was makin our way back to our classroom wen we saw a helicopter on the field near by...as the bell went we was not allowed pass the field because of the incident that occured people had to wait until the helicopter was off of the field before they cud go. I wish all my love to the family. xxxsxx
i'm a year 6 pupil at crofton school and i didn't exactly see what had happened but me and my class was makin our way back to our classroom wen we saw a helicopter on the field near by...as the bell went we was not allowed pass the field because of the incident that occured people had to wait until the helicopter was off of the field before they cud go. I wish all my love to the family. xxxsxx
Posted by: Teacher, Petts Wood on 9:41pm Thu 27 Mar 08
This dreadful accident has, unfortunately, been on the cards for some time. As someone who lives in one of the roads near the school, I am only astonished that accidents occur so infrequently. Mothers park outside my house and those of my neighbours, partly or completely over our crossovers, every day. When challenged, the constant response is always "sorry, but I was late".
Clearly, their children are not that important to them.
Why can't we have some Police time to offer "words of advice" and to prosecute those selfish phone user drivers.
Perhaps if word got around that there are consequences for bad driving, it would not happen so much.
Love and prayers to the Beveridge family.
This dreadful accident has, unfortunately, been on the cards for some time. As someone who lives in one of the roads near the school, I am only astonished that accidents occur so infrequently. Mothers park outside my house and those of my neighbours, partly or completely over our crossovers, every day. When challenged, the constant response is always "sorry, but I was late".
Clearly, their children are not that important to them.
Why can't we have some Police time to offer "words of advice" and to prosecute those selfish phone user drivers.
Perhaps if word got around that there are consequences for bad driving, it would not happen so much.
Love and prayers to the Beveridge family.
Posted by: Jack, Orpington on 9:44pm Thu 27 Mar 08
My prayers go to The Beveridge Family. I am so very sorry
My prayers go to The Beveridge Family. I am so very sorry
Posted by: Red, petts wood on 9:48pm Thu 27 Mar 08
I'm Sooo Soo Sorry To Here About This I Was Best Mates With Alan's Son James And His Brother Adam Sorry To Here About It
We Are All Very Shocked..X[bold]bold[/bold] [quote]quote[/quote]
I'm Sooo Soo Sorry To Here About This I Was Best Mates With Alan's Son James And His Brother Adam Sorry To Here About It
We Are All Very Shocked..X
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Posted by: Col, Orpington on 9:51pm Thu 27 Mar 08
I am a parent and my child is at Crofton Infants I was sat in my car outside the school today legally, I fully agree that lots of inconsiderate people park illegally however we are not all like that. Did the accident have anything to do with illegally parked cars or was the driver driving without care? Thank god is wasn't 15 minutes later. My thoughts are with the families involved. God Bless.
I am a parent and my child is at Crofton Infants I was sat in my car outside the school today legally, I fully agree that lots of inconsiderate people park illegally however we are not all like that. Did the accident have anything to do with illegally parked cars or was the driver driving without care? Thank god is wasn't 15 minutes later. My thoughts are with the families involved. God Bless.
Posted by: Rosiee Cade, Petts Wood on 9:54pm Thu 27 Mar 08
[italic]I cannot believee that yet another person has been killed because of thoughtless drivers. I'm sure when these people are racing about they are thinkin in theirr little peaa brains that theirs not a chance of them takin someone elses life but now its happened and i hope they feel quilty.
I was in Adams class at school and i sometimes see him out and about in my road doing paper rounds with his brotherr
My thoughts are with you Adam and Rest In Peacee Alan even though I never knew you. My prayers are with you all xxx[/italic]
I cannot believee that yet another person has been killed because of thoughtless drivers. I'm sure when these people are racing about they are thinkin in theirr little peaa brains that theirs not a chance of them takin someone elses life but now its happened and i hope they feel quilty.
I was in Adams class at school and i sometimes see him out and about in my road doing paper rounds with his brotherr
My thoughts are with you Adam and Rest In Peacee Alan even though I never knew you. My prayers are with you all xxx Posted by: Teacher Crofton Juniors, Petts Wood on 9:55pm Thu 27 Mar 08
All of our thoughts go out to the Beveridge Family at this sad time. If parents are reading this please think about where to park in the morning and the afternoons. A 2 min walk is a low price to pay for safety.
All of our thoughts go out to the Beveridge Family at this sad time. If parents are reading this please think about where to park in the morning and the afternoons. A 2 min walk is a low price to pay for safety.
Posted by: judy on 10:00pm Thu 27 Mar 08
two off duty fireman tried to resuscitate mr beveridge and found it hard to deal with end result even though they face this most days its so sad that someone can be walking along minding there own buissnes my thoughts go out to his family i couldnt think of anything else tonight x
two off duty fireman tried to resuscitate mr beveridge and found it hard to deal with end result even though they face this most days its so sad that someone can be walking along minding there own buissnes my thoughts go out to his family i couldnt think of anything else tonight x
Posted by: Rachel, Petts Wood on 10:08pm Thu 27 Mar 08
All our thoughs are with you. Bless You x.
All our thoughs are with you. Bless You x.
Posted by: james moore, orpington on 10:14pm Thu 27 Mar 08
i am one of adam's (his son)mates and i feel really sorry for all of the beveridge family, and as an ex crofton pupil i agree with all of the comments on how dangerous that corner is and the council [bold]badly[/bold] need to do something about it!
i am one of adam's (his son)mates and i feel really sorry for all of the beveridge family, and as an ex crofton pupil i agree with all of the comments on how dangerous that corner is and the council
badly need to do something about it!
Posted by: Sam, petts wood on 11:20pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Adam . Sorry for what has happened mate.
Adam . Sorry for what has happened mate.
Posted by: Declan Beal - friend, Orpington on 6:53am Fri 28 Mar 08
Adam and James - thinking of you and your family.
Adam and James - thinking of you and your family.
Posted by: Anon on 8:12am Fri 28 Mar 08
My thoughts are with the family of Mr Beveridge.
I think we should not make comments on the driver until anything has been proved. If what you are all saying is true then yes she should not be on the road but we will have to wait and see what witnesses and police etc say.
My thoughts are with the family of Mr Beveridge.
I think we should not make comments on the driver until anything has been proved. If what you are all saying is true then yes she should not be on the road but we will have to wait and see what witnesses and police etc say.
Posted by: Derek Marrable, Derwent Drive, Petts Wood. on 9:23am Fri 28 Mar 08
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Beverage family.
I recently wrote to the Council concerning the state of parking in Towncourt Lane and surrounding streets. To help prevent further accidents the Council really does have to sort out the parking around this school and its two dangerous bends.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Beverage family.
I recently wrote to the Council concerning the state of parking in Towncourt Lane and surrounding streets. To help prevent further accidents the Council really does have to sort out the parking around this school and its two dangerous bends.
Posted by: Anon, Petts Wood on 9:33am Fri 28 Mar 08
This is a truly tragic accident and deepest sympathies go to anyone involved. However, the true facts surrounding the incident are yet to be established and we do not know whether the driver responsible was reckless or not. It could well have been that the driver had suffered a heart attack or a fit and lost control of the car, in which case, this is all very sad. If, however, it transpires that the driver was blatantly reckless then I agree with previous comments made. However, we must take care not to judge until the facts have been proven.
This is a truly tragic accident and deepest sympathies go to anyone involved. However, the true facts surrounding the incident are yet to be established and we do not know whether the driver responsible was reckless or not. It could well have been that the driver had suffered a heart attack or a fit and lost control of the car, in which case, this is all very sad. If, however, it transpires that the driver was blatantly reckless then I agree with previous comments made. However, we must take care not to judge until the facts have been proven.
Posted by: EX CROFTON PUPIL, orpington on 10:18am Fri 28 Mar 08
as an ex crofton pupil i understand that there is alot of conggestion around the school.Something needs to be done
RIP
as an ex crofton pupil i understand that there is alot of conggestion around the school.Something needs to be done
RIP
Posted by: James, Dartford on 10:19am Fri 28 Mar 08
I am a friend of Mr. Beveridge and I only found out this morning about the accident and I am totally devastated. My thoughts are with Julie, James and Adam. RIP Alan.
I am a friend of Mr. Beveridge and I only found out this morning about the accident and I am totally devastated. My thoughts are with Julie, James and Adam. RIP Alan.
Posted by: DD, Petts Wood on 11:22am Fri 28 Mar 08
I agree with Anon. Deepest sympathy to family and friends of Mr Beveridge. We don't know very much about the driver yet.
I agree with Anon. Deepest sympathy to family and friends of Mr Beveridge. We don't know very much about the driver yet.
Posted by: Crofton Junior School employee on 11:36am Fri 28 Mar 08
On behalf of everyone at Crofton Junior School I would like to send sincere condolences to the Beveridge family. Towncourt Lane has been an accident waiting to happen for many years - but why does a tragedy have to occur before awareness is heightened to this dangerous road. God bless you all - you are in my thoughts and prayers.
On behalf of everyone at Crofton Junior School I would like to send sincere condolences to the Beveridge family. Towncourt Lane has been an accident waiting to happen for many years - but why does a tragedy have to occur before awareness is heightened to this dangerous road. God bless you all - you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Posted by: Tash, Orpington on 4:02pm Fri 28 Mar 08
Adam, we all love you so much and everyone at school is thinking of you and your family. We are so sorry for whats happened. We are all devestated but we are here for you if you need us. Never forget that xxx
Adam, we all love you so much and everyone at school is thinking of you and your family. We are so sorry for whats happened. We are all devestated but we are here for you if you need us. Never forget that xxx
Posted by: ex crofton student, Pettswood on 4:02pm Fri 28 Mar 08
As an ex crofton pupil i also no the level of congestion , and the area is an accident waiting to happen
Apparently the poor ladys windscreen cracked and out of worry she steered onto the pavement - she didnt simply overtake him , so lets not through the book at anyone ,
[bold]I feel deeply sorry for everyone and everyones familys envolved ,[/bold]
As an ex crofton pupil i also no the level of congestion , and the area is an accident waiting to happen
Apparently the poor ladys windscreen cracked and out of worry she steered onto the pavement - she didnt simply overtake him , so lets not through the book at anyone ,
I feel deeply sorry for everyone and everyones familys envolved ,
Posted by: Ben.H-5n Crofton Jnr, orpington on 4:33pm Fri 28 Mar 08
I am very sorry for the sons of the poor, unfortunate man. It would feel like the end of the world if I lost my dad, no child should have to bury their parents. My thoughts for the family are very strong and I hope they can carry on with their lives with happiness soon. from Ben Harvey. 5N
I am very sorry for the sons of the poor, unfortunate man. It would feel like the end of the world if I lost my dad, no child should have to bury their parents. My thoughts for the family are very strong and I hope they can carry on with their lives with happiness soon. from Ben Harvey. 5N
Posted by: Michelle, orpington on 4:41pm Fri 28 Mar 08
The traffic in and around the schools at Crofton is bad, and yes, and accident was waiting to happen. I don't believe this caused the accident that happened yesterday, although I am sure the level of bad parking certainly didn't help. I found the quick action of the head teachers at both schools was amazing, in aiding the police and ambulance crews, and in also protecting the children from seeing the accident. My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Alan Beveridge - it is immensely sad, I am sure they have good friends and family around them to support them through this. Lets hope people learn from this, and park in legal parking spaces, and also to slow down and drive at the correct speed in built up areas.
The traffic in and around the schools at Crofton is bad, and yes, and accident was waiting to happen. I don't believe this caused the accident that happened yesterday, although I am sure the level of bad parking certainly didn't help. I found the quick action of the head teachers at both schools was amazing, in aiding the police and ambulance crews, and in also protecting the children from seeing the accident. My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Alan Beveridge - it is immensely sad, I am sure they have good friends and family around them to support them through this. Lets hope people learn from this, and park in legal parking spaces, and also to slow down and drive at the correct speed in built up areas.
Posted by: friend of son, Orpington on 4:54pm Fri 28 Mar 08
sorry to hear what has happened remember that all your school m8s are here for u adam
xxx
sorry to hear what has happened remember that all your school m8s are here for u adam
xxx
Posted by: Claire, Orpington on 5:07pm Fri 28 Mar 08
It was my friends Dad and i can't believe it could happen. My love to Adam and JJ and the rest of the family. RIP.
It was my friends Dad and i can't believe it could happen. My love to Adam and JJ and the rest of the family. RIP.
Posted by: Helen, Orpington on 5:18pm Fri 28 Mar 08
[italic]italic[/italic] Adzy, we love you so much. I can't believe it. Love you and JJ so much. Love to the whole Beveridge family.
Adzy, we love you so much. I can't believe it. Love you and JJ so much. Love to the whole Beveridge family.
Posted by: roberta on 5:33pm Fri 28 Mar 08
Why are so many people trying to justify illeagal parking,are they going to wait until a child is run over. Irespective of the circumstances of the tragedy people cannot be allowed to park their cars completely on the pavement or acroos the grass verges it's the same culprits day in day out.
Why are so many people trying to justify illeagal parking,are they going to wait until a child is run over. Irespective of the circumstances of the tragedy people cannot be allowed to park their cars completely on the pavement or acroos the grass verges it's the same culprits day in day out.
Posted by: Gurty, Orpinton on 6:15pm Fri 28 Mar 08
I am so sorry to hear about this. Adam, we are all here for you at school and we send our love out to you and your family at this time.
I am so sorry to hear about this. Adam, we are all here for you at school and we send our love out to you and your family at this time.
Posted by: JACK BURGOYNE, orpington on 6:29pm Fri 28 Mar 08
so shocked to hear the news. i am thinking of you and your family and i am there if you want someone to talk to.
so shocked to hear the news. i am thinking of you and your family and i am there if you want someone to talk to.
Posted by: becky lou on 6:36pm Fri 28 Mar 08
i cant believe it happened, it was such a shock, we're all prayin for u adam and ur family..we're always here for you neva forget it xxx
i cant believe it happened, it was such a shock, we're all prayin for u adam and ur family..we're always here for you neva forget it xxx
Posted by: becky x, Orpington on 9:28pm Fri 28 Mar 08
im so sorry, everyones thinking of you and we'll all be here for you adam no matter what .. we all love you so much! xx no one can believe it ... its so unfair no one deserves something so terrible to happen .. i just hope you'll be ok .. never forget that everyone is here for you forever & always x
im so sorry, everyones thinking of you and we'll all be here for you adam no matter what .. we all love you so much! xx no one can believe it ... its so unfair no one deserves something so terrible to happen .. i just hope you'll be ok .. never forget that everyone is here for you forever & always x
Posted by: Red, pw on 9:30pm Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]Red[/bold] wrote:
I\'m Sooo Soo Sorry To Here About This I Was Best Mates With Alan\'s Son James And His Brother Adam Sorry To Here About It We Are All Very Shocked..X[bold]bold[/bold] [quote]quote[/quote] [/quote] [quote]quote[/quote] R.i.P Soz Boyz Bless X
Red wrote:
I\'m Sooo Soo Sorry To Here About This I Was Best Mates With Alan\'s Son James And His Brother Adam Sorry To Here About It We Are All Very Shocked..X quote
quote
R.i.P Soz Boyz Bless X
Posted by: Ex crofton student. on 11:01pm Fri 28 Mar 08
I live around the corfton area and it is extremly congested after school hours, there are many blind spots as cars park aorund the area. Cars also wizz around the corners, so most of the time you have to run across the road. It was an accident waiting to happen and im so shocked and sorry that it did.My thoughts are with the familly and friends at this hard time- nobody deserves it.
The council has some serious saftey reviewing to do.
RIP ****
I live around the corfton area and it is extremly congested after school hours, there are many blind spots as cars park aorund the area. Cars also wizz around the corners, so most of the time you have to run across the road. It was an accident waiting to happen and im so shocked and sorry that it did.My thoughts are with the familly and friends at this hard time- nobody deserves it.
The council has some serious saftey reviewing to do.
RIP ****
Posted by: Grace Cohen, Orpington on 4:17pm Sun 30 Mar 08
keeep strong adam everyone is thinking of you and your family at this time :(
Gracee cohen speaking for the hole 0f 6r x
keeep strong adam everyone is thinking of you and your family at this time :(
Gracee cohen speaking for the hole 0f 6r x
Posted by: A Friend .., Orpington on 4:33pm Sun 30 Mar 08
[bold]bold[/bold] [italic]italic[/italic] Thinking of you james and Adem. Im a friend of the youngest boy and whats happened is awfull. Here for you if you wanna talk. R.I.P. Alan Beverage/[italic]italic[/italic] [bold]bold[/bold]
Thinking of you james and Adem. Im a friend of the youngest boy and whats happened is awfull. Here for you if you wanna talk. R.I.P. Alan Beverage/
Posted by: Liam, Orpington on 6:18pm Sun 30 Mar 08
I went to a club with Adam and its shocking whats happened. I wasn't there at the accident but I'm sorry to whats happened.
I went to a club with Adam and its shocking whats happened. I wasn't there at the accident but I'm sorry to whats happened.
Posted by: Vicki-Leigh, Orpington on 6:21pm Sun 30 Mar 08
[bold][italic] I Feel So Sorry Forr Youu Jamess.. Im In Yourr Sciencee Set & You Alwaiezz Seemm So Happy.. I No You Mustt Be Devestatedd, But It Will Be Okk. RIP Mr.Beverigee.. xxx[/italic] [/bold]
I Feel So Sorry Forr Youu Jamess.. Im In Yourr Sciencee Set & You Alwaiezz Seemm So Happy.. I No You Mustt Be Devestatedd, But It Will Be Okk. RIP Mr.Beverigee.. xxx Posted by: Mee.., BrOmleyy(L,) on 6:21pm Sun 30 Mar 08
Im[bold]Sorry[/bold]For Whats[italic]Happened[/italic]RIP x x
Im
SorryFor Whats
HappenedRIP x x
Posted by: Danielle Brett 6n on 7:13pm Wed 2 Apr 08
[bold]I feel for the family that lost a member i am so so so sorry u are all in my thoughts i lost sombody a few days after so sorry for the loss ****[/bold]
I feel for the family that lost a member i am so so so sorry u are all in my thoughts i lost sombody a few days after so sorry for the loss **** Posted by: kay, belvedere on 10:44am Thu 3 Apr 08
72 year old woman driving? not eing funny but I was agreeing with my partner the other day that elderly drivers can be very hazardous. Its quite shocking to be honest. Its sad that this incident could have been prevented very easily. You pass your driving test because you are supposed to be safe drivers. I think people should have two tests; 1 20 years later. How sad!!!!
72 year old woman driving? not eing funny but I was agreeing with my partner the other day that elderly drivers can be very hazardous. Its quite shocking to be honest. Its sad that this incident could have been prevented very easily. You pass your driving test because you are supposed to be safe drivers. I think people should have two tests; 1 20 years later. How sad!!!!
Posted by: Jack, Catford on 12:11pm Thu 3 Apr 08
sarah form orpington, get a life. correcting people on a story like this. [bold]show some bloody respect!!![/bold]
sarah form orpington, get a life. correcting people on a story like this.
show some bloody respect!!! Posted by: linda, kent on 12:23pm Sun 6 Apr 08
I think you'll find Sarah was correcting her own mistake if you read it properly!![bold]bold[/bold]
I think you'll find Sarah was correcting her own mistake if you read it properly!!
Posted by: steve beveridge, northfleet kent on 6:27pm Mon 14 Apr 08
im so shocked to hear this tradgic news and my heart and prayers go out to his boys and wife thinking of you at this tough time contact me if any of you need to talk steve
im so shocked to hear this tradgic news and my heart and prayers go out to his boys and wife thinking of you at this tough time contact me if any of you need to talk steve
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