Car drives into three people near Surrey racecourse

The injuries are not thought to be life-threatening

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Author: Grace McGachyPublished 1st Aug 2021
Last updated 1st Aug 2021

Three people have been taken to hospital after being hit by a car near Lingfield racecourse in Surrey.

Officers were called shortly before 11pm last night (31 July) following reports that a car had driven into pedestrians who were leaving the racecourse following an event.

Three people have been taken to hospital with injuries not deemed to be life-threatening.

No arrests have been made yet and enquiries are ongoing.

Chief Inspector Dan Gutierrez said:

“We would like to reassure the public that this incident is not believed to be terror related.

“We know that there were thousands of people in attendance at this event and we are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed anything or have any dashcam footage of the lead up to the collision to get in contact with us.”

If you witnessed anything or have any further information, contact Surrey Police quoting incident reference PR/P21165133.

If you do not wish to leave your name, please call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111