Four hospitalised after Camberwell Green car fire on 3 August
Emergency services closed northbound Camberwell New Road and diverted eight bus routes after a two-car collision
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Four people were taken to hospital on 3 August 2026 after a car caught fire at the junction of Camberwell Green, Camberwell New Road and Denmark Hill. The incident occurred at 6:03pm, according to the London Ambulance Service, which treated the patients at the scene before transporting them to a local hospital.
The London Fire Brigade reported that two cars were involved in the collision. Firefighters from Peckham Fire Station attended the scene and confirmed the incident was non-fatal. A spokesperson for the brigade said crews ensured the area was made safe.
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Road closures and transport disruption
Northbound Camberwell New Road was closed between Camberwell Green and Denmark Hill following the crash. The closure remained in place for over two hours, causing delays for motorists and bus passengers.
Eight bus routes were affected by the incident. Transport for London confirmed diversions were in place for routes 12, 36, 40, 148, 171, 185, 345 and 436. No details were provided on when normal services resumed.
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Emergency response
The Metropolitan Police attended the scene but have not released further details about the cause of the collision. A spokesperson for the London Ambulance Service said ambulance crews and an incident response officer were dispatched at 6:03pm.
We treated four patients at the scene and transported them to a local hospital.
London Ambulance Service spokesperson
The condition of the four patients remains unclear. Neither the ambulance service nor the hospital involved have provided updates on their injuries or prognosis.
What happens next
The Metropolitan Police have not indicated whether an investigation into the cause of the collision is underway. Residents and road users can check Transport for London’s website or social media channels for updates on bus diversions and road closures in the area.
Questions this report answers
+How many people were taken to hospital after the Camberwell crash?
Four people were treated at the scene and transported to a local hospital by the London Ambulance Service. Their injuries and current condition have not been disclosed by authorities.
+Which roads were closed after the incident on 3 August?
Northbound Camberwell New Road was closed between Camberwell Green and Denmark Hill. The closure lasted over two hours, causing delays for motorists and bus passengers in the area.
+Which bus routes were affected by the Camberwell Green collision?
Eight bus routes were disrupted: 12, 36, 40, 148, 171, 185, 345 and 436. Transport for London implemented diversions, but no timeline for normal service resumption was provided.
+Has the cause of the Camberwell car fire been released?
The Metropolitan Police have not released details about the cause of the collision. No investigation has been confirmed, and no further updates have been provided by authorities.
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