Police have launched a renewed appeal for witnesses and footage after a pedestrian was left with serious injuries in a suspected hit-and-run collision in Birmingham.
Man seriously hurt in early hours collision
The incident occurred on Hamstead Road in Handsworth, near its junction with Radnor Road, at around 1.30am on Saturday, 22 November. A man, believed to be in his 30s, was struck by a car. He was taken to hospital where he received treatment for injuries described as serious.
Driver came forward after leaving scene
Officers from West Midlands Police confirmed that the driver initially left the location but later came forward to assist with their enquiries. The vehicle involved is believed to be a red hatchback.
In an appeal issued on Sunday, 21 December, a police spokesperson urged the public for help. "We're now asking for your help with our investigation," they said. The force is particularly keen to obtain any dashcam or doorbell footage from the area around the time of the collision.
How you can help the investigation
Anyone with information who has not yet spoken to police is urged to make contact. Key details requested include:
- Any CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell video footage from Hamstead Road or Radnor Road.
- Accounts from witnesses who saw the collision or events leading up to it.
- Any information about the red hatchback involved.
Information can be provided to West Midlands Police by calling 101 and quoting log number 277 of 22 November. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
