Pensioner Fighting for Life After Shocking Winchester Crash

Police are urgently hunting witnesses following a serious smash in Winchester that has left a 79-year-old woman battling for her life.

Crash Near Bell Inn

The collision took place just before 3pm on Saturday, 12 August, on St Cross Road between the Bell Inn pub and Mead Road junction. A young driver in a Vauxhall Corsa, heading towards Winchester town centre, hit the elderly pedestrian.

Elderly Woman Critical, Driver Unharmed

  • The 79-year-old local woman suffered a major head injury.
  • She is currently receiving intensive treatment at southampton/" title="Southampton" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Southampton General Hospital.
  • The Corsa’s 20-year-old driver from Winchester escaped without injuries.

Police Call for Witnesses

“I am appealing for anyone who witnessed this incident to come forward and speak to us. If you saw what happened and haven’t already spoken to us, please get in touch.” – PC Paul Blum

Anyone with info should call 101 quoting reference 44170311290 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.

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