Tragedy struck Box Hill last night when a man in his 50s was fatally hit by a speeding car, police have confirmed.
Crash Details and Arrest
Officers rushed to Boxhill Road in Boxhill near Tadworth just after 8pm on Sunday, 14 December, following reports of a serious collision involving a pedestrian and a car. The victim was violently thrown along the road and died at the scene.
The driver has since been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Authorities have shut the road as investigations continue and have urged the public to avoid the area.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Surrey Police are calling on anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam, CCTV, or helmet cam footage to come forward. Information can be provided quoting reference PR/45250150564.
Community Outraged Over Road Safety Failures
Locals slammed police for what they see as slow action after multiple incidents. Katie Hollands commented: “Tragic news, but maybe now people will take reports seriously! It’s like living on a death trap lately, and no one seems bothered — this is the third incident in less than three months.”
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