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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
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Sami Quadri

Moped rider, 22, killed in London hit-and-run as police hunt driver

Police are appealing for witnesses after a young man was killed when a driver fled the scene of a fatal crash in Kingston.

The 22-year-old moped rider died following a collision with a car on Saturday, 7 February at 11.37pm on Wood Street at the junction with Horse Fair.

Tragically, he was pronounced dead at the location of the incident.

Specialist officers are providing support to his grieving family.

The motorist behind the wheel of the other vehicle, described as dark in colour, drove off without stopping and officers are working to track them down.

Nobody has been arrested so far.

Detectives are urging anyone who saw the incident or has any information, including dashcam footage, to call police on 101 quoting CAD 8352/07FEB26.

To remain 100 per cent anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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