A crash which killed an eight-year-old boy in Woolwich is currently under investigation by Metropolitan Police and Greenwich Council.

Mustafa Ahmed died in Plumstead Road after a motorbike crashed with him, his dad, Mohamed and brother, Ahmed, as they were on the way to the Greenwich Islamic Centre at 7.30am on February 19.

Both Mohamed, aged in his 40s, and Ahmed, 10, were found with serious injuries and taken to hospital for further treatment.

Concerns have since been raised by residents regarding safety of Plumstead Road following the fatal crash.

A shopkeeper, who wishes to be kept anonymous, said he is “not surprised” about the crash which led to the “poor” boy’s death.

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He told the News Shopper: “I have lived and worked here for a while now, so I know that Plumstead Road can be dangerous because it’s like a dual carriageway, a very wide road.

“I think drivers have the impression to go 50 miles per hour or more.

“There’s been many times where I’ve seen cars just speed past, when it’s only meant to be a 30 miles per hour road.

“So, this crash was not a surprise in a way, and it was bound to happen. 

“Unfortunately, a boy has died as a result.”

A spokesperson for Greenwich Council said there is currently an open investigation and council officers continue to work with the Metropolitan Police Service to understand the circumstances of the incident.

Mustafa’s brother, Ahmed suffered a ruptured liver but is now out of intensive care, according to the Evening Standard.

Has since been discharged but continues to receive treatment for life-changing injuries.

His dad, Mohamed remains in hospital where his condition is still deemed as serious.

Greenwich Council confirmed it will be carrying out a visit to Plumstead Road with Transport for London and the police.

It also explained that the council is engaging with the community including the Greenwich Islamic Centre to understand their concerns.

The rider of the motorbike, Nicholas Hopkins, of Burrage Grove in Plumstead, was later arrested and charged with causing death by dangerous driving, causing death while driving uninsured and causing death while driving unlicenced.

He was also charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving, possession of cannabis, racially aggravated public order offence and failing to provide a sample of blood.

He is next due at the Central Criminal Court on April 12.

On February 26, a vigil was held for Mustafa at the spot where he was killed in Plumstead Road.

Local Labour Councillor Asli Mohammed, a family friend, told the Evening Standard that Mustafa was a happy, caring, and compassionate young boy who enjoyed playing on the trampoline and playing football.

She wrote on Twitter: “Thank you everyone who came and gave up their time today on behalf of the family to show support but to think of little Mustafa’s life.

“Thanks to GIC for facilitating and Cardwell Primary School Teachers for sharing this with us and for your beautiful reminiscence of Mustafa.”

A LaunchGood campaign has been started to raise money for the family.

It currently stands at £6,687 and has a target of £7,500, at the time of writing.

Any witnesses or anyone with information that may assist police is asked to call the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 020 8285 1574.

Alternatively you can contact police by calling 101 or tweeting @MetCC and quoting CAD 6036/19Feb.

A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said: “Mustafa Ahmed died in a collision in Plumstead Road, near the junction with Lenton Street, SE18 on Sunday, 19 February.

“Nicholas Hopkins, 20 (13.02.2003) of Burrage Grove, Plumstead was charged on Wednesday, 15 March.

“He appeared at Bexley Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 16 March.

“He is next due to appear at the Central Criminal Court on Wednesday, 12 April.

“Officers were called at approximately 19:30hrs on Sunday, 19 February to reports of a motorcycle in collision with three pedestrians on a pedestrian crossing in Plumstead Road, near the junction with Lenton Street, SE18.

“Officers, London Ambulance Service and the Air Ambulance all attended the scene.

“Despite the best efforts of the emergency services one of the pedestrians, Mustafa sadly died at the scene. His family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

“A man, aged in his 40s, and a ten year-old boy, who were crossing the road together with Mustafa, were taken to hospital suffering serious injuries.

“The man remains in a serious condition in hospital. The 10-year year old has been discharged but continues to receive treatment for life-changing injuries.

A spokesperson for Greenwich Council said: "The Royal Borough of Greenwich is committed to Vision Zero: for all deaths and serious injuries from road collisions to be eliminated from our streets. 

“There is currently an open investigation and Council officers continue to liaise with the Metropolitan Police Service to understand the circumstances of this incident.

“We will be carrying out a site visit with TfL and the police once their investigation has completed.

“The Council is also engaging with the local community, including the Greenwich Islamic Centre to better understand their fears and concerns."