Man in his 50s dies after collision in Westminster

Police are appealing for witnesses and footage following a fatal collision in Westminster.

Emergency services were called at around 03:50am this morning to a collision between a car and a pedestrian in Harrow Road, W2 near to Royal Oak underground station.

The male pedestrian, aged in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene. The man’s family have been informed and will be supported by specialist officers.

The car, a Blue Mercedes C300, stopped at the scene. The driver, a man aged in his 20s, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving while unfit through drugs.

Road closures remain in place in the area as police continue their investigation and a full examination of the scene.

Detectives from the Serious Collision Investigation unit are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to contact them.

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