Police are seeking crucial information following a severe collision that transpired in Barking, sparking an urgent appeal to the public.

The incident came to the attention of officers when the London Ambulance Service (LAS) contacted them at 9.22am on Monday, 22 January. The report indicated that a collision had occurred involving a car and a pedestrian on Movers Lane, near the intersection of Gordon Road.

Responding swiftly, police personnel arrived on the scene, accompanied by colleagues from LAS and London’s Air Ambulance.

The pedestrian involved, a man in his 60s, sustained critical injuries and was swiftly transported to a hospital for medical treatment. His next of kin have been duly informed of the situation.

Regrettably, the driver of the car chose to flee the scene following the collision. However, he has subsequently been apprehended in connection with the incident and currently remains in police custody.

The investigation into the incident remains ongoing, with authorities determined to gather as much information as possible.

Any individuals who may have witnessed the collision or possess dashcam footage capturing the incident or events leading up to it are urged to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation. You can contact the police at 101, quoting CAD 1645/22Jan, to provide your valuable insights and potentially contribute to shedding light on this incident.