Shock Hit-and-Run in Kings Heath Leaves Elderly Man Fighting for Life
Speeding Driver Smashes into Pensioner on Mobility Scooter
In the early hours of Sunday, December 10th, a terrifying hit-and-run in Kings Heath left an elderly man seriously injured. The victim, using a mobility scooter, was struck by a speeding car on Vicarage Road near Tandis and Natural Undertaking, heading towards Sunshine Cafe.
The victim’s family say the driver fled the scene without braking. Eyewitnesses suspect the car was a dark Mercedes A-Class or BMW. The force of the impact threw the man from his scooter — but the culprit just sped off, leaving no skid marks behind.
Victim Battles Serious Injuries in Hospital
The victim now faces a tough road to recovery with multiple broken bones and severe bruising. Hospitalised and undergoing rehabilitation, the elderly man’s family is devastated but resolute in their hunt for justice.
Family Pleads for Witnesses and Footage
The victim’s family urgently wants anyone with CCTV, doorbell, or dashcam footage from near the Post Office and Co-op to come forward. Drivers in the area just before 7:08 AM on that Sunday may hold key information to nail the hit-and-run driver.
They’ve also asked locals to spread the word far and wide, hoping for more witness accounts or footage to crack the case. The family has even agreed to share graphic photos of the crash aftermath to show how serious the incident was.
Police Lead Investigation, Call for Community Support
Local police are actively investigating the hit-and-run and urge anyone with details to come forward immediately. This incident is a harsh reminder of the importance of road safety and the vital role the community plays in helping catch reckless drivers.
