A woman in her 70s remains in hospital with serious injuries almost two months after being involved in a collision with an Audi near a pedestrian crossing in Redruth, Cornwall.

Devon and Cornwall Police are renewing their appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage following the incident on Station Road on Thursday 27 August 2026.

Emergency services were called at approximately 4.30pm following a collision involving a grey Audi A1 and a female pedestrian.

The collision happened near the pedestrian crossing by the bus stop and taxi rank.

The pedestrian, a local woman in her 70s, sustained serious injuries and was taken to the Royal Cornwall Hospital for treatment.

In an update released on Monday 26 October, police confirmed that she remained in hospital.

Woman Seriously Injured Near Bus Stop and Taxi Rank

The collision took place on Station Road, close to the crossing used by pedestrians travelling between the bus stop and taxi rank.

Officers responded following reports that a grey Audi A1 had been involved in a collision with a woman.

The pedestrian sustained serious injuries and was transported to the Royal Cornwall Hospital.

Police have not released the woman’s identity or further details about the injuries she suffered.

Her condition was described as serious, although officers have not stated whether the injuries are life-threatening or life-changing.

Almost two months after the incident, the woman continues to receive hospital treatment.

Police Renew Appeal for Witnesses

Devon and Cornwall Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the collision.

Officers are particularly keen to speak to anyone who witnessed what happened but has not yet contacted the force.

Investigators are also appealing for CCTV or dashcam recordings that could assist with establishing the events leading up to the collision.

Motorists who travelled along Station Road at approximately 4.30pm on Thursday 27 August are being encouraged to check whether they have retained relevant footage.

Police have not confirmed the precise sequence of events or what caused the collision.

Officers Seeking Dashcam and CCTV Footage

Footage from nearby vehicles, businesses or properties could provide investigators with important evidence.

Police are interested in recordings showing the grey Audi A1, the pedestrian crossing or the surrounding road at the time of the incident.

Even recordings that do not directly capture the collision may assist officers in reconstructing what happened.

The force has not announced any arrests or charges in the statement issued on 26 October.

 

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How to Contact Devon and Cornwall Police

Anyone with information about the collision is asked to contact Devon and Cornwall Police.

Police telephone: 101

Investigation reference: 50260249069

Information can also be submitted through the force’s official website at www.devon-cornwall.police.uk.

Witnesses should quote the investigation reference when contacting officers.

Investigation Continues as Woman Remains in Hospital

The renewed appeal comes almost two months after the collision, with the injured pedestrian still receiving treatment at the Royal Cornwall Hospital.

Police are continuing enquiries and hope further witnesses or video footage will help establish the circumstances.

The cause of the collision has not been confirmed.

Anyone who witnessed the incident on Station Road in Redruth on 27 August, or who has relevant footage, is urged to contact Devon and Cornwall Police quoting reference 50260249069.

 

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