Key Takeaways
- An 86-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal hit-and-run accident in Stoke-on-Trent
- The accident occurred on Leek Road, involving a pedestrian in her 70s who later died at Royal Stoke University Hospital
- The suspect has been bailed while police continue their investigation
- Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward and provide information about the incident
- The family of the victim is being supported by specially trained officers
Introduction to the Incident
The Staffordshire Police have made an arrest in connection with a fatal hit-and-run accident that occurred on Leek Road in Stoke-on-Trent. The incident happened on Friday, December 12, and resulted in the death of a pedestrian in her 70s. The victim was struck by a small blue/grey car, which did not stop at the scene and instead headed towards Abbey Hulton. The police were called to the junction of South Drive and Leek Road just after 8am, and the pedestrian was taken to Royal Stoke University Hospital, where she sadly died shortly afterwards from her injuries.
The Arrest and Investigation
An 86-year-old man from Stoke-on-Trent has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless and or inconsiderate driving, failing to stop after a road accident, and failing to report an accident. The suspect was questioned in custody over the weekend and has been bailed while the police continue their investigation. The police are working to gather all the facts surrounding the incident and are appealing for witnesses to come forward and provide any information they may have. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are urging anyone who may have seen the accident or has any dashcam footage to contact them on 101, quoting incident number 129 of December 12.
The Victim and Her Family
The victim, a woman in her 70s, was a pedestrian who was simply going about her daily business when the accident occurred. Her family is being supported by specially trained officers, who are providing them with guidance and care during this difficult time. The police are working to ensure that the family receives all the support they need, and they are keeping them informed about the progress of the investigation. The community is also coming together to support the family, and there is an outpouring of sympathy and condolences for the victim and her loved ones.
The Police Appeal for Witnesses
The police are continuing to appeal for witnesses to come forward and provide any information they may have about the incident. They are urging anyone who may have seen the accident or has any dashcam footage to contact them on 101, quoting incident number 129 of December 12. The police are particularly interested in speaking to anyone who may have seen the small blue/grey car, which was involved in the accident, or anyone who may have seen the driver. The police are also appealing for anyone who may have seen the pedestrian before the accident to come forward and provide any information they may have.
Conclusion and Next Steps
The investigation into the fatal hit-and-run accident is ongoing, and the police are working to gather all the facts surrounding the incident. The arrest of the 86-year-old man is a significant development in the case, and the police are continuing to appeal for witnesses to come forward and provide any information they may have. The family of the victim is being supported by specially trained officers, and the community is coming together to support them during this difficult time. As the investigation continues, the police are urging anyone with information to come forward and help bring closure to the family and the community. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to be vigilant and responsible on the roads.
