Police are investigating a serious incident in which two shoppers were struck by a car in a supermarket car park, leaving both with significant injuries.
Details of the Whitchurch Car Park Collision
The collision occurred at around 4.30pm on Saturday, December 27, in the car park of the Tesco supermarket in Whitchurch. According to West Mercia Police, a blue MG ZS SUV struck two female pedestrians.
The victims have been identified as a woman in her 60s and a woman in her 30s. Both sustained serious injuries in the impact. The older woman was transported to the Royal Stoke University Hospital for treatment. The younger woman suffered a broken foot.
The driver of the SUV, a man in his 70s, was also injured, although his injuries are described as minor. The force of the collision resulted in damage to two other parked vehicles.
Police Launch Witness Appeal
Officers from West Mercia Police have formally launched an appeal for information to establish the exact circumstances that led to the crash. They are particularly keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the event or who may have relevant dashcam footage.
Pc Beech, who is leading the investigation, stated: “We want to establish how the collision happened yesterday and we are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed it, or anyone who may have dashcam footage to help with our investigation to please get in touch.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Pc Beech directly via email at ian.beech@westmercia.police.uk. When making contact, individuals should quote the reference number 0286_i of the 27 December.
Ongoing Investigation and Community Impact
The area outside the supermarket was cordoned off following the incident as emergency services responded and initial investigations took place. Such events highlight ongoing concerns regarding pedestrian safety in busy retail areas, even at low speeds.
The police continue to treat the site as part of an active investigation while supporting those affected by the traumatic event. The community has been urged to come forward with any detail, no matter how small it may seem, to aid the inquiry.
