Police in Birmingham are searching for a hit-and-run driver following a fatal incident. The collision occurred on Soho Road, resulting in the death of a man in his 50s. The victim passed away in the hospital due to his injuries, while a woman in her 40s sustained leg injuries and remains hospitalized.
The affected area, which includes a temple, bus stop, schools, and various businesses, has been cordoned off by the authorities. Worshippers at the nearby Nishkam temple are being directed to use a different entrance due to the road closure. According to BirminghamLive, investigative work is expected to continue for several hours.
An eyewitness working at a dental surgery described seeing a grey Corsa speeding past before noticing the man on the road. Emergency responders quickly arrived on the scene to provide medical assistance. The driver of the vehicle fled the area, and efforts are ongoing to locate the individual.
The car involved, a Vauxhall Corsa, was found near the site of the incident. Authorities are advising drivers to avoid the area, and they are asking anyone with information or footage of the event to contact the police at 101, referencing incident number 1819 of December 16.