Elderly pedestrian suffers broken bones after being hit by car

Friday 05 April 2019

Police are appealing for witnesses to a car crash in St. Helier, which caused an 83-year-old to suffer several broken bones and led to the arrest of a 70-year-old man.

The collision, which involved a silver Mercedes car, occurred around 09:30 on the junction of La Route du Fort and Cleveland Road yesterday.

The Mercedes' 70-year-old driver was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving before being released on Police bail while investigations continue. He has not been formally charged.

Pictured: The hit occurred at this junction where Cleveland Road and La Route du Fort meet, Police said.

Meanwhile, the 83-year-old pedestrian remains in hospital to receive treatment for his injuries.

Police are now asking members of the public to assist with their enquiries by coming forward with more information.

Those who saw what happened or know more are urged to call 612612 or make an anonymous report via the Crimestoppers' online form.