Attempted murder arrest after car hits pedestrians
BBC • • world
Key Points:
- A 29-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a car struck pedestrians in central London's Soho, leaving a 30-year-old woman in critical condition and a man in his 50s with life-changing injuries.
- The incident occurred around 04:30 BST on Argyll Street, and the driver faces additional charges including grievous bodily harm, dangerous driving, and drink driving.
- Police confirmed the event is not being treated as terrorism-related and are seeking witnesses, as several people were reportedly present when the incident happened.
- Witness videos showed a street fight involving multiple women before one woman entered the car, which then hit another woman on the pavement and a nearby man with a bike.
- Authorities have urged anyone with information, no matter how minor, to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation.
