A cyclist who sustained critical injuries after being struck by a car that failed to stop in Birmingham has died. The 29-year-old man was taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital following the collision on Heath Way, Hodge Hill, on the evening of April 26. He passed away earlier this week.
Police Investigation and Vehicle Recovery
Officers investigating the collision have since recovered a vehicle suspected of being involved. The vehicle will now undergo forensic examinations to gather evidence.
Appeal for Witnesses
Police are urging anyone with information to come forward. They are particularly interested in speaking to individuals who may have seen a black estate-type car that failed to stop at the scene around 7:45 pm. The vehicle was last seen heading towards Coleshill Road.
Detective Sergeant Adam Alcock, from the serious collision investigation unit, said: “We have specialist officers supporting the man’s family during this very difficult time. We’re appealing for people who may have information which can assist us to please get in touch.”
He added: “Collisions on the road have devastating consequences, and my priority is to get answers for his family. I know from CCTV that there were other cars and witnesses at the location at the time of the collision, and I would appeal for those people to make contact with us.”
How to Provide Information
Anyone with information can contact police via Live Chat on the West Midlands Police website, or by calling 101 quoting log 4048-260426. Alternatively, the Serious Collision Investigation Unit can be reached directly at [email protected].
