A five-year-old boy has been left with life-altering injuries following a shocking alleged hit-and-run incident in North-West London, as confirmed by the Metropolitan Police. The young child was urgently transported to a major trauma centre from Kilburn High Road at approximately 5pm on Tuesday, in a distressing turn of events that has left the community reeling.
Emergency Response and Arrest
An extensive emergency response was mobilised to the scene, with the London Air Ambulance dispatched alongside police units and multiple ambulance crews. Despite the swift arrival of medical personnel, the driver of the vehicle involved had apparently fled before authorities could reach the location. The London Ambulance Service confirmed they were called at 5.04pm on Tuesday 3 February to reports of a serious road traffic collision.
A 57-year-old man was subsequently arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and failing to stop at the scene of the collision. He remains in police custody as detectives continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Appeal for Witnesses and Information
Detective Inspector Mark Braithwaite of the Met's Serious Collision Investigation Unit has issued a heartfelt appeal for public assistance. 'Our thoughts are with the young child and his family during this incredibly difficult time,' he stated. 'We are committed to doing everything possible to reconstruct the events that led to this tragedy.'
Investigators are particularly keen to hear from:
- Anyone who witnessed the incident on Kilburn High Road
- Individuals who may have captured dashcam footage of the collision
- Those with any relevant information, no matter how insignificant it may seem
Even the smallest detail could prove crucial to the ongoing investigation, police emphasised, urging members of the public to come forward with any potential evidence.
Medical Response and Ongoing Investigation
The medical response to the incident was substantial and coordinated. A spokesperson for the London Ambulance Service detailed their deployment: 'We dispatched multiple resources including an ambulance crew, a clinical team manager, an advanced paramedic practitioner, and London's air ambulance. Our teams provided critical treatment to the child at the scene before transporting him to a London major trauma centre for specialised care.'
As the investigation progresses, authorities are working meticulously to piece together the sequence of events that resulted in such devastating consequences for the young victim. The case highlights ongoing concerns about road safety and hit-and-run incidents in urban areas, particularly those involving vulnerable pedestrians.
