Detectives are scrambling for witnesses after a pedestrian suffered serious head injuries in a Croydon collision.
Crash on Brighton Road Leaves Man Badly Hurt
Police were called just after 9pm on Monday, 5 January, to reports of a crash on Brighton Road near St Augustines Avenue.
A 41-year-old man was hit by a car and rushed to hospital with severe head injuries. He remains in a serious condition.
Driver Arrested and Bailed Pending Investigation
The driver stayed at the scene and was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. He has since been released on bail.
Police Plead for Eyewitnesses to Come Forward
Detective Sergeant Rob Groombridge, Met Serious Collision Investigation Unit: “Our investigation is ongoing. We’re gathering dash cam footage, CCTV, and any info that could help. If you saw what happened but haven’t spoken to police yet, please get in touch immediately.”
Anyone with information should call the Serious Collision Unit on 020 7175 0754 or report via 101 quoting reference CAD 6430/05Jan26.
