Tragic Westminster Hit-and-Run: Pedestrian Killed, Driver Arrested
Westminster police are hunting for witnesses after a fatal collision on Harrow Road near Royal Oak station.
Man in His 50s Dies at Scene
Emergency crews were called at 3:50am on Sunday, September 10, to reports of a crash involving a car and a pedestrian. Officers found a man in his 50s dead at the scene. His family has been informed and is receiving specialist support.
Driver Arrested for Dangerous Driving and Drug Use
The car involved was a blue Mercedes C300. The driver, a man in his 20s, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving under the influence of drugs. The vehicle remains at the scene as investigations continue.
Police Appeal for Dashcam Footage and Witnesses
Road closures are in place during the probe. Detectives from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit want anyone with dashcam footage or who saw the crash to contact them. Call 101 quoting CAD 1453/10SEP23 or reach out via Twitter @MetCC.
