Man dies after fall from building in Stratford as police investigate

A man has died after a fall from a building in Stratford, east London. Emergency services were called to the Roomzzz Aparthotel on West Ham Lane at about 5.12pm on October 16.

Police and the London Ambulance Service attended. The man, believed to be in his 30s, was found unconscious and was pronounced dead at the scene, the Metropolitan Police said. His next of kin are being informed.

What police have said

The Metropolitan Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious. Officers carried out an investigation at the scene, where a cordon was put in place and a forensic tent erected.

Police have not announced further details about the circumstances of the fall, including how it happened. The man’s identity has not been made public in the information released, and the force has not said whether any further investigation is planned.

Road closure and local response

West Ham Lane was closed for several hours while officers worked at the scene. The closure affected both directions, according to independent councillor Mehmood Mirza, who said a major police operation was under way and urged residents and motorists to avoid the area at the time.

The road closure has since ended, but no precise reopening time was provided. The incident took place on West Ham Lane in Stratford; no wider transport disruption or ongoing restrictions were announced. Police have not provided further information on the investigation or when they may release more details.

This report draws on information from London Now.