Woman Killed After Car Crashes Into Pedicab on New Kent Road
Tragedy struck early Sunday morning when a car smashed into a pedicab on New Kent Road, Southwark. At 4:10 a.m., emergency services were called to the scene following reports of the collision.
Passenger Dies at Scene, Driver Hospitalised
A woman in her twenties, believed to be the passenger, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her family has been informed. The pedicab driver, a man in his 30s, suffered a suspected broken arm and was rushed to hospital.
Car Driver Arrested for Dangerous Driving and Drunk Driving
The driver of the car was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving under the influence of alcohol. He remains in police custody as inquiries continue.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Officers and the London Ambulance Service responded swiftly to the incident,” a Metropolitan Police officer said. “We urge anyone who witnessed the collision and hasn’t yet spoken to police to call 101, reference 1420/10Jul.”
