Pensioner dies following a Collision in Hillingdon

A Pensioner has been killed in a tragic collision that took place in Hillingdon.

Investigators at the scene, trying to establish what happened

A 79 year old female was taken to hospital and later died as a result of her injuries.

The incident took place on Long Lane, Hillingdon at the pedestrian crossing outside of the co-op. Emergency services attended the scene and a large police cordon was in place throughout most of Friday (11th August)

Police were called at about 12:55hrs on Friday, 11 August to reports of a car in collision with a pedestrian on the crossing close to the Co-Op on Long Lane in Hillingdon.

Officers and the London Ambulance Service attended. A 79-year-old woman was taken to hospital for treatment.

Despite the efforts of medical staff, sadly, the woman died later that afternoon. Her family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers.

Police vehicles blocked the road

Detectives from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are investigating. They are particularly keen to hear from anyone who captured the collision on dash cam, or were in the road around the time of the collision.

Local resident expressed concerns to Hillingdon Vision about the layout of the road and how busy it gets. Although it is not currently known to be a factor in this incident.

Any witnesses yet to speak with police are asked to call the SCIU at Alperton Traffic Garage on 020 8246 9820 or via 101 quoting reference CAD 3220/11Aug.