Leicester Police Arrest Driver Following Pedestrian Accident

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Leicester Police Arrest Driver Following Serious Pedestrian Accident

Leicester, UK – October 26, 2023 – Leicestershire Police have arrested a driver following a serious pedestrian accident that occurred yesterday evening on the A607 in Leicester. The incident, which left a pedestrian with significant injuries, has prompted a full investigation by local law enforcement.

The collision happened at approximately 7:30 pm on October 25th, near the junction of [Insert Road Name if available, otherwise remove this phrase]. Emergency services, including paramedics and the Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service, responded swiftly to the scene. The injured pedestrian was transported to the Leicester Royal Infirmary where they remain under observation. The severity of their injuries is currently undisclosed, pending further updates from the hospital.

<h3>Driver Arrested on Suspicion of Dangerous Driving</h3>

A spokesperson for Leicestershire Police confirmed that a driver, a [Age] year old male from [Town/Area if available, otherwise remove this phrase], was arrested at the scene on suspicion of dangerous driving. The driver is currently in police custody assisting with inquiries. Police have yet to release the driver's name pending further investigation. The arrested individual's vehicle, a [Vehicle Make and Model, if available, otherwise remove this phrase], has been seized for forensic examination.

<h3>Witness Appeal</h3>

Leicestershire Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident to come forward. Any individuals who may have witnessed the collision or possess dashcam footage from the area around the time of the accident are urged to contact the force immediately. Even seemingly insignificant details could prove crucial in piecing together the events leading up to the collision.

“We are appealing to anyone who may have been in the vicinity of the A607 near [Insert Road Name if available, otherwise remove this phrase] at approximately 7:30 pm on October 25th to contact us,” said a spokesperson. “Any information, no matter how small, could significantly assist our investigation.”

<h3>Road Closures and Traffic Disruption</h3>

The A607 experienced significant traffic disruption following the accident. The road was closed for several hours to allow emergency services to attend the scene and for investigations to be carried out. Motorists experienced considerable delays and are advised to check traffic updates before travelling in the area.

<h3>Further Updates</h3>

This is a developing story, and LeicestershireLive will provide further updates as they become available. We will continue to monitor the situation and report any significant developments.

Key Words: Leicester pedestrian accident, A607 accident, Leicestershire Police arrest, dangerous driving, witness appeal, road closure, Leicester Royal Infirmary.

Call to Action (Subtle): If you have any information relating to this incident, please contact Leicestershire Police on [Insert Phone Number or appropriate contact details].

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