Hit-and-Run Horror in Small Heath: Woman in Critical Condition, Toddler Injured
West Midlands Police are hunting a hit-and-run driver after a terrifying smash in Small Heath left a 30-year-old woman in critical condition and her one-year-old son injured. The crash happened just before midnight on Friday at the junction of Cattel Road and Arsenal Street.
Blue Audi Driver Flees Scene Leaving Chaos Behind
The injured woman was a passenger in a blue Toyota Yaris when it collided with a blue Audi S3. Shockingly, the Audi driver sped off, leaving victims and witnesses stunned. Emergency services rushed the seriously hurt woman to the hospital where she remains in intensive care.
Police Plea: Witnesses Urged to Come Forward
Detective Sergeant Paul Hughes, leading the investigation, stressed the urgency. “This happened on a busy road. We know there were pedestrians and other vehicles around who haven’t yet spoken to us,” he said. “If you saw the blue Audi or the collision, please get in touch. Your information is crucial.”
“You may not have realised how serious this was last night, but you do now. Do the right thing and come forward.” – Detective Sergeant Paul Hughes
Audi Seized for Forensics – Police Follow Multiple Leads
The blue Audi has been seized for forensic examination as officers hunt down every lead to piece together what happened. Anyone with dash cam footage or information is urged to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit at [email protected] or via 1 Chat on the West Midlands Police website. Quote log number 4650 from March 29, 2024.
