Appeal for witnesses following serious Cowes collision involving pedestrian

We’re appealing for witnesses to a serious collision which occurred in Cowes this morning (Thursday 5 October).

Police were called at 8.07am with reports of a collision involving a Kia Picanto and a pedestrian on Newport Road, near to the Smithards Lane junction.

The pedestrian – a woman in her 40s – has sustained a head injury which is potentially life-threatening. She has been taken to Southampton General Hospital for treatment.

Officers are keen to identify any witnesses, in particular two specific vehicle drivers who may have witnessed the collision or the events leading up to it – they are the rider of a red motorcycle and the driver of a white lorry.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 44230406606. You can also submit information to us online here: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/.

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org