West Midlands Police have issued a significant development in their investigation into a serious hit-and-run collision in Birmingham, confirming that a man has now come forward.
Serious Early Morning Collision
The incident occurred in the Handsworth area at 1.40am on Saturday, November 22. A male pedestrian was struck by a car at the junction of Radnor Road and Hamstead Road.
The driver failed to stop at the scene, leaving the injured pedestrian before police officers arrived. The victim sustained serious injuries and was transported to hospital, where authorities confirmed he was in a stable condition.
Police Investigation and Appeal
Following the collision, a police cordon was established around the junction as forensic officers and traffic specialists began their work to piece together the events.
In a new statement issued on Sunday, November 23, a spokesperson for West Midlands Police provided a major update: "Our investigation is ongoing. A man came forward following the collision and is helping us with our enquiries."
While this represents a breakthrough, police continue to appeal for information from the public. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is urged to contact the force.
How to Provide Information
Members of the public can assist the investigation by:
- Using the Live Chat function on the West Midlands Police website
- Calling 101 and quoting log number 277 of 22 November
The police have emphasised that any detail, no matter how small it may seem, could be vital to their ongoing investigation into this serious traffic offence.
