Power restored after east London collision

Power has been restored in a small area of east London after a collision on Wednesday night. Police say an elderly woman was driving south on Highbury Avenue when the vehicle left the road, sheared off a hydro pole and came to rest against the side of a restaurant.

Power has been restored in a small area of east London after a collision on Wednesday night.

Police say an elderly woman was driving south on Highbury Avenue when the vehicle left the road, sheared off a hydro pole and came to rest against the side of a restaurant.

The woman was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

Highbury Avenue was closed between Florence Street and Brydges Street while hydro crews worked to replace the pole.