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Car Plows into Pedestrians: Woman Critical
19 Apr
Summary
- A woman is in critical condition after a car struck pedestrians in London.
- A 29-year-old driver was arrested for attempted murder and dangerous driving.
- The incident occurred early Sunday morning on Argyll Street in Soho.
In the early hours of Sunday, April 19, 2026, a car struck pedestrians on London's Argyll Street, critically injuring one woman. Emergency services were dispatched around 04:30 BST following the incident.
A man in his 50s also sustained life-changing injuries and was transported to the hospital for treatment.
The driver of the vehicle, a 29-year-old woman, was apprehended by authorities. She faces charges including attempted murder, grievous bodily harm, dangerous driving, and driving under the influence.
The Metropolitan Police have confirmed that the incident, which took place on a street known for the London Palladium theatre, is not being treated as terrorism-related.
