A woman in her 50s has died following a hit-and-run collision on Brixton Road, near the junction with Handforth Road, SW9, on Tuesday evening. The incident involved a tow truck that failed to stop after striking the pedestrian, followed by a car that also hit her. The driver of the car remained at the scene to assist authorities.

Emergency services were called to the scene at 6:49 p.m. on October 1. Officers from the Metropolitan Police, the London Ambulance Service, and London’s Air Ambulance attended. Despite the efforts of paramedics, the pedestrian was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene.

The woman’s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers during this difficult time.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of failing to stop at the scene of an accident and causing death by dangerous driving. Police investigations are ongoing, and officers are appealing for anyone with information or witnesses to come forward.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has relevant information is asked to call police on 101, quoting reference CAD 6064/01Oct.

Authorities are urging anyone with dashcam footage or knowledge of the tow truck’s whereabouts to reach out, as they continue to work to establish the full circumstances of this tragic incident.