A quiet evening walk turned into a nightmare on January 9, 2024, when a 28-year-old woman and her two dogs lost their lives in a horrific hit-and-run incident. The suspected driver, a 17-year-old boy, has been arrested and bailed on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop at the scene of a collision.
The heart-wrenching incident unfolded at approximately 7:23 pm on the A10 Cambridge Road in Edmonton. The woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, was out for a peaceful stroll with her two beloved dogs when tragedy struck. A car struck the trio, leaving them in dire need of immediate medical attention.
Responding swiftly, Metropolitan Police officers, the London Ambulance Service, and London’s Air Ambulance rushed to the scene to provide critical assistance. Despite the valiant efforts of paramedics and law enforcement, the 28-year-old woman succumbed to her injuries at the accident site.
Family members of the victim have been notified of the devastating loss and are currently receiving support from specially trained officers. The two dogs, loyal companions to their owners, also lost their lives in the tragic accident.
Police are now actively seeking more information about the incident and the individual responsible for this heartless hit-and-run. Detectives are particularly interested in speaking with the driver of a red Audi who was in the vicinity of the collision when it occurred.
The Serious Collision Investigation Unit has issued an appeal to the public for assistance. They are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or possesses dash-cam footage from the area to come forward with their information. Sharing such evidence could be pivotal in helping investigators piece together the sequence of events leading up to the fatal collision.
Members of the public who can provide any relevant information are encouraged to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit at 020 8597 4874 or reach out via the non-emergency police number 101. Alternatively, individuals can also report their information to the Metropolitan Police by sending an email to post @MetCC, quoting reference CAD 5858/09Jan.