Teen Girl Hurt in Shocking Southeast London Hit-and-Run
A 15-year-old girl has been rushed to hospital after a collision with a car on Lower Road in southeast London. The crash happened at 9:24 a.m. on April 18, sparking a rapid emergency response.
Emergency Crews Rush to Scene
Police were quick on the scene after reports of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. Officers found the teen suffering a head injury and in urgent need of medical aid. The London Ambulance Service sent an ambulance crew, an advanced paramedic, a fast response car medic, and an incident response officer to provide immediate care.
The girl received on-site treatment before being flown to a major trauma centre for specialist care.
Police Investigation Underway, No Arrests Yet
Police have launched an investigation into the crash. While they confirm no arrests have been made so far, enquiries continue. A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said, “Police were called to Lower Road at 9:24 a.m. on Thursday, April 18, to reports of a road traffic collision involving a pedestrian and a car. They added, “At this early stage, there is no condition update. There have been no arrests, enquiries are ongoing.”
London Ambulance Service Confirms Response
A spokesperson for the London Ambulance Service confirmed the incident: “We were called at 9:19 a.m. on April 18 to reports of a road traffic collision involving a car and a pedestrian on Lower Road. We treated a teenager at the scene for a head injury before taking them to a major trauma centre.”
