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BBC News
4 hours ago
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- BBC News
Officer's injuries in Stoke Poges crash no longer life-threatening
The condition of a police officer left critically injured in a crash while on duty has improved in hospital, a police force has Valley Police said PC Christopher Miller was no longer in a life-threatening condition following the road traffic collision on the B416 Bells Hill in Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire, on 22 total, five people have been arrested in connection with the force thanked well-wishers and added: "While PC Miller's prognosis has improved, he remains in hospital in a critical condition." PC Miller was "involved in a collision with a white BMW vehicle, which did not stop at the scene, on the B416 Bells Hill", at about 22:22 BST on 22 May, it added. The five arrests include Simranjit Kajla, 28, who has been charged with attempted murder, causing serious injury by dangerous driving, driving while disqualified and using a motor vehicle on a road without Kajla, of Lydford Avenue in Slough, is next due at Reading Crown Court on 23 June. A 29-year-old man from Slough, arrested on Thursday on suspicion of assisting an offender and attempting to pervert the course of justice, has been released on bail, until 15 August.A 38-year-old man from Slough was also arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and causing serious injury by dangerous driving, and was released on bail.A man and woman, also from Slough were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and perverting the course of justice. The woman, 37, was released on bail while the man, 43, was released under investigation.
The Independent
3 days ago
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- The Independent
New appeal launched a week after police officer seriously injured in crash
A fresh appeal for information has been launched a week after a police officer was seriously injured in a car crash in Buckinghamshire. Pc Christopher Miller sustained life-threatening injuries and remains in hospital in a critical condition, after the incident on the B416 Bells Hill at around 10.20pm on May 22. Thames Valley Police carried out checks with drivers at the scene of the crash on Thursday to ask if they saw anything on the night of the incident. Senior investigating officer, Detective Superintendent Will Crowther said: 'Last night we carried out checks with drivers on the B416 Bells Hill, a week on from the scene of the road traffic collision that left Pc Christopher Miller with life-threatening injuries. 'We spoke to a number of motorists travelling along the route to ask if they recall seeing anything on the evening of 22 May. 'I want to use this opportunity to continue to appeal to anyone who has information or footage from the area but is yet to contact the force to please come forward. 'The vehicle involved was a white BMW, which will have been damaged after the incident. 'We are keen to understand where the white BMW was before and after the incident, so if you saw the vehicle or anyone in the vehicle, please contact us. 'If you saw any other vehicles that caught your attention in the area that night we would also be keen to hear from you. 'If you have any information or footage from the area then please contact us via our website or by calling 101, quoting investigation number 43250252869. 'I appreciate that sometimes people don't want to speak directly to police. 'Therefore, if you want to remain anonymous you can still provide information via independent charity Crimestoppers. 'They have a website where you can leave information or you can call them on 0800 555 111.' Deputy Chief Constable Ben Snuggs said: 'Thames Valley Police has been shocked by the news of Pc Christopher Miller being seriously injured while carrying out his duties as a police officer. 'Pc Miller's family continue to be supported by our specially trained family liaison officers. 'Everyone within the force is thinking of Pc Miller, his family and colleagues within our Roads Policing Unit. 'As a force, we continue to support each other through this difficult time.' Simranjit Kajla, 28, of Lydford Avenue, Slough, has been charged with one count each of attempted murder, causing serious injury by dangerous driving, driving whilst disqualified, and using a motor vehicle on a road without insurance. He appeared at Reading Magistrates' Court on Tuesday and was remanded in custody to appear at Reading Crown Court on June 23. Three other people were arrested in connection with the crash. A 38-year-old man from Slough, who was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and causing serious injury by dangerous driving, has been released on police bail until August 23. A 43-year-old man from Slough, who was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and perverting the course of justice, has been released under investigation. A 37-year-old woman from Slough, who was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and perverting the course of justice, has been released on police bail until August 25.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Yahoo
Chilling Footage Captures Man Crashing Car Into Parade-Goers
A 53-year-old white man was arrested after he crashed a car into parade-goers who were celebrating Liverpool FC's Premier League title in the English city's center on Monday evening. Local cops initially described the incident with the abbreviation for 'road traffic collision,' stopping short of saying whether they believe the crash was a deliberate attack or not. However, one witness said that the crash 'looked clearly deliberate.' In a press conference hours after the incident, Merseyside Police confirmed that the collision would not be 'treated as terrorism' and is so far instead believed to be an 'isolated incident.' 'Extensive enquires are ongoing to establish the circumstances leading up to the collision and it is vital that people do not speculate or spread misinformation on social media,' Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims said. 'I know that people will understandably be concerned by what has happened tonight. What I can tell you is we believe this to be an isolated incident and we are not currently looking for anyone else in relation to it,' she continued. 'The incident is not being treated as terrorism.' Authorities further noted that 27 people were injured and had been taken to a hospital, four of which were children. They added that two individuals, including one child, had sustained serious injuries. Footage taken from a window overlooking the parade showed the vehicle accelerating after it rammed into Liverpool supporters. Some of those struck were left lying in the street, clearly injured. Images captured a victim being taken away on a stretcher, and another man was seen walking with the help of first responders. The Guardian reported that the crash happened soon after local authorities reopened roads for traffic at the parade's conclusion. Not long before, Liverpool FC stars Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah celebrated with a crowd of tens of thousands as they rode on an open-top bus. Police have not named the suspect or said what charges he faces. They did say he was a 53-year-old white man who lives in the Liverpool area. Harry Rashid, 48, witnessed the collision from about 10 feet away. He is among the witnesses who described the incident as appearing deliberate. 'This gray people-carrier just pulled up from the right and just rammed into all the people at the side of us,' he told the Guardian. He added, 'It was extremely fast. Initially, we just heard the pop, pop, pop of people just being knocked off the bonnet of a car.' Parade-goers swarmed the vehicle and tried to smash its windows in, Rashid said. He claimed the driver responded by putting his foot on the gas again and was 'plowing' through anyone who got in his way. 'It was horrible, and you could hear the bumps as he was going over the people,' he said. 'They were just innocent people, just fans going to enjoy the parade.' British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the incident was 'appalling.' 'I want to thank the police and emergency services for their swift and ongoing response to this shocking incident,' he said. 'I'm being kept updated on developments and ask that we give the police the space they need to investigate.'
The Sun
26-05-2025
- The Sun
PM slams ‘appalling scenes' after car crashes into fans during Liverpool FC celebrations as man, 53, arrested
Crash update The horror incident occurred around 6pm, just as the Liverpool trophy parade was coming to its end. Police and ambulance crews raced to the scene with reports of numerous injured pedestrians. A spokesperson for the North West Ambulance Service said: "NWAS is supporting an incident in Liverpool city centre, following reports of a road traffic collision. "We are currently assessing the situation and working with other members of the emergency services. Our priority is to ensure people receive the medical help they need as quickly as possible."
BBC News
26-05-2025
- BBC News
Man detained after car hits pedestrians at Liverpool FC parade, police say
Update: Date: 19:08 BST Title: Ambulance service 'currently assessing the situation' Content: There's a statement now from the North West Ambulance Service. It says, "following reports of a road traffic collision", its crews are dealing with the incident in Liverpool city centre. "We are currently assessing the situation and working with other members of the emergency services," the statement adds. "Our priority is to ensure people receive the medical help they need as quickly as possible." Update: Date: 19:02 BST Title: Police cordon off the scene Content: Warren MoranReporting from Liverpool city centre I'm here on Water Street, where there is police tape cordoning off the area. Earlier, police began receiving reports that a car collided with a number of pedestrians on the road. I have seen what appears to be at least three injured people being taken away. The North West Air Ambulance has just landed at the scene. There is a large police presence and first responders are attending to the scene. Update: Date: 18:59 BST Title: Man detained after car collides with pedestrians - police statement in full Content: Let's bring you the Merseyside Police statement in full. "We are currently dealing with reports of a road traffic collision in Liverpool city centre. "We were contacted at just after 18:00 today, following reports a car had been in collision with a number of pedestrians on Water Street. "The car stopped at the scene and a male has been detained. "Emergency services are currently on the scene." Update: Date: 18:55 BST Title: Merseyside Police dealing with reports of car colliding with pedestrians Content: There is currently a large emergency service presence in Liverpool city centre following reports that a car collided with a number of people, Merseyside Police say. This is a developing story which follows Liverpool's Premier League trophy parade. Stay with us and we will bring you updates as we get them.
