A 79-year-old man has tragically died in hospital three days after being struck by a car in the north London borough of Harrow.
Details of the Rayners Lane collision
Emergency services were called to the northern end of Rayners Lane in Pinner at approximately 12.59pm on Friday, 19 December. The incident involved a vehicle and an elderly male pedestrian.
London Ambulance Service paramedics treated the man, who had sustained serious injuries, at the scene before rushing him to hospital for further care.
Police investigation and witness appeal
The Metropolitan Police have confirmed the victim, a local man aged 79, died from his injuries on Monday, 22 December. His family has been informed and is receiving support from specialist officers.
A formal investigation into the circumstances of the fatal collision is now underway. Officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit are leading the probe.
Police are urgently appealing for witnesses or anyone with information, including dashcam footage, to come forward. They ask the public to contact the unit on 0207 960 8042, quoting the reference number CAD 3513/19DEC.
Community impact and road safety
The death has sent shockwaves through the local Pinner community, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety for pedestrians, particularly older residents.
As the investigation remains ongoing, no further details about the vehicle or driver involved have been released by the authorities at this time.
