A quiet South London street has become the scene of a major police investigation after a 65-year-old woman was left fighting for her life in a suspected hit-and-run incident.
The horrific collision occurred on Plough Lane in Wimbledon around 9:15pm on Tuesday evening, sending shockwaves through the local community. Emergency services rushed to the scene following reports of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle.
Critical Condition
The victim, whose identity remains undisclosed, sustained life-threatening injuries in the impact. Paramedics from the London Ambulance Service provided immediate critical care at the scene before transporting her to a major trauma centre.
Medical staff describe her condition as "critical but stable" as she continues to receive specialist treatment for her severe injuries.
Police Hunt for Driver
Metropolitan Police officers have confirmed they are treating this as a fail-to-stop collision, with the driver allegedly fleeing the scene without rendering assistance.
Detective Sergeant Paul Johnston, leading the investigation, stated: "This was a devastating incident that has left an elderly woman with life-changing injuries. We believe the driver failed to stop at the scene, and we're urgently appealing for witnesses to come forward."
Community Appeal
Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who witnessed the collision or may have dashcam footage from the Plough Lane area around the time of the incident.
Local residents have expressed their shock and concern, with many describing the road as increasingly dangerous for pedestrians, especially during evening hours.
Police have cordoned off a significant section of the road for forensic examination as their search for the responsible vehicle continues.
