Man from Acton arrested after hit and run


4 year old girl critically ill after being hit on zebra crossing

A 24-yr-old man from Acton has been arrested in connection with incident in which a 4 year old girl was hit by a van on a zebra crossing. The van , a white Ford Fiesta Courier, failed to stop leaving the girl in a critical condition. She is currently in a specialist unit in a central London hospital.

The incident took place on 13th December at around 3.30pm at Sutton Lane, Hounslow. The following day a man voluntarily attended a west London police station at 10.15am where he was arrested and then bailed to return later this month, pending further enquiries. The vehicle involved in the incident was recovered nearby.

The Collision Investigation Unit at Hampton Traffic Garage is investigating the incident. Anyone who witnessed the collision or who has any information should call 020 8941 9011. Alternatively if you wish to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.

December 15, 2005