Kingstanding Van Collision Leaves Pedestrian with Serious Injuries
A pedestrian has been seriously injured following a collision with a van on a busy Birmingham road. The incident occurred on Kingstanding Road, near Kingstanding Circle, at approximately 7pm on Saturday, March 7.
Emergency Response and Road Closure
The victim, a man in his 40s, was knocked down by the van and sustained serious injuries. He was promptly rushed to hospital for urgent medical treatment. The driver of the van stopped at the scene immediately after the collision and is cooperating fully with police enquiries.
In response to the serious incident, West Midlands Police closed Kingstanding Road to facilitate a thorough investigation. The closure remained in effect until around 10pm, allowing forensic teams and officers to work at the scene without interruption.
Police Investigation and Witness Appeal
Police tape was still visible at the location on Sunday morning, March 8, as the investigation continued. West Midlands Police have launched a public appeal for witnesses and any relevant information regarding the collision.
The force stated: "We are appealing for witnesses and information after a pedestrian was hurt in a collision in Kingstanding. The pedestrian, a man in his 40s, was hit by a van on Kingstanding Road, near Harringay Road, at around 7pm yesterday. He was taken to hospital with serious injuries."
Officers emphasized that the van driver remained at the scene and is assisting with the ongoing investigation. They also thanked drivers for their patience during the road closure and urged anyone with information to come forward.
How to Provide Information
West Midlands Police have provided multiple channels for the public to share any details that could aid the investigation:
- Call 101 and quote log number 3830 from March 7.
- Use the Live Chat feature on the West Midlands Police website.
- Email information directly to sciu@westmidlands.police.uk, referencing the same log number.
Authorities are particularly interested in any dashcam footage or eyewitness accounts from the area around the time of the incident. The investigation aims to determine the exact circumstances leading to the collision and ensure appropriate actions are taken.
