A pedestrian who died following a hit-and-run collision in south London has been named by the Metropolitan Police.
Safia Ali, in her 50s, was first hit by the tow truck, which did not stop, then struck by a car on the A23 Brixton Road, south London.
Officers, paramedics and London's Air Ambulance attended the scene.
Despite their efforts, Mrs Ali was pronounced dead near the junction with Handforth Road around 6.50pm on October 1.
Her next of kin were informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
The driver of the car stopped.
One man, who was arrested for failing to stop at the scene of an accident and causing death by dangerous driving, has been bailed pending further enquiries.
Detectives from the Met’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit are asking for witnesses to come forward.
Anyone with information, such as dash cam footage, which may help is asked to call police 101, quoting reference CAD 6064/01Oct24, or call the witness number on 020 8285 1574.
