Woman Arrested Following Pedestrian Collision in Westminster
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a vehicle struck pedestrians in central London during the early hours of Sunday morning.
The Metropolitan Police reported that a woman in her 30s remains in hospital in critical condition, and a man in his 50s sustained life-changing injuries after being hit by a car on Argyll Street, Westminster, at approximately 4:30am on Sunday.
A second woman, also in her 30s, suffered minor injuries, according to the police.
The driver, a 29-year-old woman, was apprehended at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder, grievous bodily harm, dangerous driving, and drink driving. She was subsequently taken into custody.
Authorities have stated that the incident, which occurred on a Soho street near the London Palladium theatre, is not being treated as terrorism-related.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell has urged anyone who witnessed the event or any relevant activity prior to it to come forward. She said:
“As our inquiries continue, our thoughts are with those injured and their loved ones.
While this incident took place in the early hours of the morning, venues in the area were still open, and we believe a number of people will have seen what happened.
I would urge anyone who witnessed the collision, or any activity prior to it that they feel may be of relevance, to come forward. The information you have – however minor you believe it may be – could be of crucial importance to investigators.”
Individuals with information are requested to contact police by calling 101 and referencing case number 1404/19APR.
