Police in Birmingham are urgently investigating a hit-and-run collision in Harborne that has left a pensioner fighting for her life.
Critical Condition Following Late-Night Incident
The incident occurred on Wentworth Road at approximately 10:15 pm on Tuesday, November 4. The victim, a woman believed to be in her 70s, was walking when she was struck by a vehicle that subsequently fled the scene.
Emergency services rushed the woman to hospital with life-threatening injuries. A week after the collision, authorities confirm she remains in a critical condition.
Arrest and Charges in the Investigation
Following enquiries, West Midlands Police arrested a 39-year-old man in connection with the serious incident.
The man was arrested on suspicion of:
- Causing serious injury by dangerous driving
- Possession of a knife
- Possession of class A drugs
A quantity of Class A drugs and a knife were recovered during a search. The suspect has since been bailed pending further enquiries.
Appeal for Information and Key Vehicle
Investigators are appealing to the public for assistance. They believe a red Ford Focus was involved in the collision.
Police are particularly keen to obtain any CCTV or dash cam footage from the area around the time of the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting log number 5545 of 4 November, or email the Serious Collision Investigation Unit directly at sciu@westmidlands.police.uk.
