Two pedestrians are in hospital with life threatening injuries after being hit by a car in the City Centre last night
The incident happened when Toyota Yaris was traveling down Whitworth Street West, coming off Deansgate,lost control before colliding with a Vauxhall Corsa and then mounting a kerb, colliding with other street items and a Kia Sportage.
The 18-year-old man and 18-year-old woman were hit by the car as they were walking down Whitworth Street West
30-year-old woman was arrested at the scene and remains in custody on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
Detective Constable Simon Venguedasalon of our Serious Collision Investigation Unit said; “Since this incident we have conducted our enquiries overnight and are now in a position to appeal to the public who were in the area for any eyewitness accounts and footage.
“We understand at the time, due to the location, plenty of witnesses to the incident and would urge them to come forward if we haven’t spoken to you yet.
“As part of our investigation we are keen to understand fully the moment leading up to the serious collision to ensure we can provide the necessary answers to the loved ones of the victims who are currently still receiving treatment.”
