A quiet evening in Birmingham turned to tragedy as a pedestrian was left fighting for their life following a brutal hit-and-run incident that has left the local community reeling.
The collision occurred around 9:15 PM on Thursday evening along the Chester Road in Erdington, a normally bustling thoroughfare that became the scene of a desperate police investigation overnight.
Chaos and Emergency Response
Emergency services descended upon the area following frantic calls from witnesses who reported seeing a pedestrian struck by a vehicle that immediately fled the scene. West Midlands Police confirmed they received multiple reports of the incident, prompting a major response from both officers and ambulance crews.
The victim, whose identity remains undisclosed, was discovered with severe injuries and required immediate medical attention at the scene before being rushed to hospital. Medical professionals have described their condition as "critical but stable" as they continue to receive treatment.
Police Hunt for Cowardly Driver
West Midlands Police have launched an urgent appeal for information, condemning the driver's decision to abandon the scene rather than render assistance. A police spokesperson stated: "This was a devastating incident that has left an innocent person with life-changing injuries. The driver's failure to stop is not only morally reprehensible but constitutes a serious criminal offence."
Investigators have confirmed they are pursuing multiple lines of enquiry, including:
- Reviewing CCTV footage from local businesses and residential properties
- Conducting forensic analysis of the collision scene
- Appealing for dashcam footage from motorists who travelled through Erdington around the time of the incident
- Speaking to local residents who may have witnessed the collision or its aftermath
Community Shock and Road Closure
The incident prompted significant disruption throughout Thursday night and into Friday morning, with Chester Road closed in both directions between Tyburn Road and Gravelly Lane while collision investigators meticulously examined the scene.
Local residents expressed their shock at the incident, with one neighbour describing Erdington as "usually a safe area where people look out for each other." Another witness spoke of the "chaotic scenes" as emergency services worked through the night.
Police are urging anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward immediately. The investigation continues as officers work to identify and locate the vehicle and driver responsible for this devastating incident.
