A minibus driver has died after collapsing at the wheel of his vehicle last night (Tuesday).

The 44-year-old man, from East Ham, was rushed to the Royal London hospital after his minibus crashed into a traffic light at Leamouth Road roundabout at around 8:40pm yesterday evening.

Before reaching the roundabout, the White Ford Transit minibus had travelled along Aspen Way, and also careered into a black Ford Galaxy, the driver of which was uninjured.

Police are appealing for anyone with further information to call 020 8597 4874.