Woman Arrested for Attempted Murder After Car Strikes Pedestrians in Westminster
A 29-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a serious incident where a car struck pedestrians in central London early on Sunday morning. The Metropolitan Police confirmed the arrest at the scene on Argyll Street in Westminster, which occurred around 4:30 am.
Details of the Incident and Injuries
The crash resulted in three people sustaining injuries, with varying degrees of severity. A woman in her 30s is currently in a critical condition and is fighting for her life in hospital. A man in his 50s has suffered life-changing injuries, while another woman in her 30s sustained minor injuries. All victims were pedestrians at the time of the incident.
The female driver, aged 29, was apprehended by police at the scene. She faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, grievous bodily harm, dangerous driving, and drink driving. Authorities have stated that the incident is not being treated as terrorism-related, and they are conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Police Appeal and Ongoing Investigation
The Metropolitan Police have issued an appeal for witnesses to come forward with any information that could assist in the investigation. They are urging anyone who was in the area of Argyll Street in Westminster during the early hours of Sunday morning to contact them. The police are also reviewing CCTV footage and other evidence to piece together the events leading up to the collision.
This incident has raised concerns about road safety in central London, particularly in busy areas like Westminster. Local authorities are likely to review traffic measures in the wake of this event to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
The arrested woman remains in police custody as inquiries continue. Updates on the condition of the injured parties and any further developments in the case are expected to be released by the Metropolitan Police in due course.
