An arrest has been made as officers continue to investigate a serious collision in Sturry. At around 12.40pm on Monday 2 December 2024, the driver of a blue BMW car failed to stop for police when requested to do so in Broad Oak Road, Canterbury. The car was then involved in a collision with a moped on the A28 Mill Road near the junction with the High Street in Sturry, before the driver left the car.
The moped rider sustained serious injuries which were not thought to be life-threatening. She was taken to a local hospital. A 19 year old man from Canterbury was arrested on Tuesday 3 December on suspicion of causing injury by dangerous driving and failing to stop following a collision. He remains in custody while enquiries continue.
Investigating officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone who might have dashcam, doorbell or private CCTV footage that could assist enquiries to come forward. Police are also keen to receive any footage that may have been taken in the moments leading up to the collision, between Broad Oak Road and Mill Road.
People should call 01622 798538 quoting 02-0501. Footage can also be uploaded using the online portal: https://kep.uk.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/highststurry