Teen Hospitalized with Life-Changing Injuries in Bilston Hit-and-Run
A 17-year-old girl has been hospitalized with potentially life-changing injuries following a hit-and-run collision in Bilston. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening, February 11, at approximately 7 p.m., leaving the teenager in serious condition as she remains under medical care.
Details of the Collision
The victim was riding her Sur-Ron bike in a car park on Vulcan Road, near the junction with Hare Street, when she was struck by a vehicle. Investigators have identified the involved car as a silver Ford Kuga, which did not remain at the scene after the collision. Authorities have released an image of the vehicle to aid in tracing it, emphasizing the urgency of locating the driver.
Police Investigation and Appeal
West Midlands Police are actively investigating the hit-and-run, with officers recovering and reviewing CCTV footage from the area. Door-to-door enquiries are underway to gather more information about the incident. Police are particularly interested in dashcam footage from anyone who may have been in the vicinity at the time.
To assist with the investigation, the public is urged to come forward with any relevant information. You can contact police by calling 101 or using the Live Chat feature on the West Midlands Police website, quoting crime reference number 20/144644/26. For those wishing to remain anonymous, independent charity Crimestoppers can be reached at 0800 555 111.
Community Response
This incident has sparked concern in the local community, highlighting issues of road safety and vehicle crime. Authorities stress the importance of public cooperation in solving such cases, as timely information can be crucial in apprehending suspects and preventing further incidents.
As the investigation continues, police are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the collision. Updates will be provided as more details emerge, with the hope of bringing closure to the victim and her family.
