Tragic Baby Death in Ruislip Hit-and-Run: Police Urge 4×4 Driver to Step Forward
Detectives are hunting the driver of a dark 4×4 pick-up truck after a heartbreaking collision in Ruislip left a 22-month-old baby girl dead.
Deadly Crash on Eastcote Road
At 4.15pm on Sunday, 25 October, emergency services rushed to Eastcote Road, near Kings College Road, following reports of a car hitting three pedestrians, including the toddler in a pushchair.
Despite efforts from on-duty and off-duty officers and the London Ambulance Service, the baby tragically died at the scene. Police have informed the grieving family and are offering support through specialist officers.
Other Victims Recovering
- A man in his 30s was critically injured but has now been discharged and is recovering at home.
- A woman also suffered injuries, but these are not life-threatening or disabling.
- All the injured were known to each other.
Arrest Made, But Key Witness Still Missing
A man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, causing serious injury, and driving under the influence of drugs. He was questioned and then released on bail.
Now, the Met’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit is appealing directly to the driver of a nearby dark 4×4 pick-up seen around the time of the crash to come forward as a vital witness.
Detective Sergeant Sarah Donegan said: “A week on from this terribly tragic incident, our thoughts remain with the child’s parents at what must be an unimaginably difficult time. “Our investigation continues at pace and we are now issuing a direct appeal to the driver of this 4×4 to contact police, as we believe they are likely to have been a significant witness to the incident. “I would also urge anyone who was nearby and saw anything, or who has dashcam or CCTV footage, to come forward and help us.”
How to Help
Witnesses can contact detectives on 020 8246 9820 or call 101 quoting reference CAD 4892/25OCT20. Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
