Police are scouring London for a driver who fled the scene after a dramatic hit-and-run incident in the prestigious Park Crescent area near Regent's Park. The Metropolitan Police have launched an urgent search following the collision that occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
Emergency Response in Westminster
Officers rushed to the scene at Park Crescent, W1B, shortly after 2:15 AM following multiple reports of a collision. Upon arrival, police discovered evidence of a significant impact but found the responsible vehicle had vanished from the location.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed: "We're appealing for witnesses and information after a fail-to-stop collision in Park Crescent. The vehicle failed to remain at the scene and no arrests have been made at this early stage."
Search Intensifies for Missing Vehicle
Authorities are conducting extensive enquiries in the area, examining CCTV footage from the wealthy residential neighbourhood that sits at the eastern end of Regent's Park. The exact model of the vehicle and direction of travel remain key focuses of the investigation.
Local residents expressed shock at the incident occurring in what many consider one of London's most exclusive and typically tranquil addresses. The crescent's elegant Georgian architecture usually provides a peaceful backdrop, far removed from such dramatic events.
Appeal for Witnesses
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant dashcam footage to come forward immediately. Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with motorists or pedestrians who were in the Park Crescent area between 2:00 AM and 2:30 AM on Wednesday morning.
This incident marks another concerning hit-and-run case in the capital, raising questions about road safety in central London. The investigation continues as police work to identify and locate both the vehicle and its driver.
