Driver arrested after Thornton Heath crash leaves pedestrian fighting for life in hospital

The pedestrian, aged in 60s, remained in a ‘critical’ condition days after the crash
Brigstock Road in Thornton Heath
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Lydia Chantler-Hicks21 August 2023
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A driver has been arrested after a crash in south London left a pedestrian fighting for his life in hospital.

Officers were called to Brigstock Road in Thornton Heath around 11.25pm on Friday, to reports a pedestrian had been hit by a car.

The pedestrian, aged in his 60s, was rushed to hospital where he remained in a “critical” condition on Monday.

The driver of the vehicle, a 37-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

He has been bailed to a date in mid-November.

Soctland Yard on Monday urged any witnesses to get in touch.

“In particular, officers are keen to hear from anyone who has dash cam footage of the collision or the events leading up to it,” said a spokesperson.

Any witnesses or anyone with any information is asked to call police on 020 8285 1574 or contact via Twitter @MetCC. Please quote CAD 8850/18Aug.

To give information anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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