A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a car hit a pedestrian in London’s West End on Christmas Day morning.
The Metropolitan Police were called to Shaftesbury Avenue in Covent Garden at 12.45am on Wednesday after reports of a collision and a car being driven on the wrong side of the road. Four pedestrians were injured, one critically.
Investigators believe the suspect was involved in an altercation at the nightclub shortly before getting into his car and driving down the sidewalk. The incident has been confirmed as isolated and not related to terrorism.
Forensic officers are examining the scene near the Gielgud Theater, including the Windmill Soho nightclub and nearby venues, with police cordons around Archer Street and Great Windmill Street. Tourists’ attention was drawn when blood stains started appearing on the pavement.
Deputy Assistant Commissioner Stuart Cundy said, “Officers responded quickly, working closely with the City of London Police to arrest a man within minutes. Detectives are rapidly progressing inquiries as part of this investigation.”
Police have asked anyone with information to contact 101.