Man killed in hit-and-run at popular London tourist spot

Police launched an investigation after a man was shot by a deadly car in a popular tourism zone in London.

Metropolitan police called Crescent to Park on Friday evening, reporting that a man in his forties was shot by a car.

Officers, London ambulance service at 19:00 joined the scene. The man was taken to a nearby hospital he died.

Detectives from the serious collision Investigation Unit launched an emergency investigation into the conditions after the driver of the car did not stop at the scene.

Detective Sergeant Glen Mera, “We are attractive to the witnesses with any information they may have about this deadly collision,” he said.

“We can see that the car hit the victim before driving and hitting another vehicle. We are eager to talk to the driver.

“If you have any information or dash-gam images that can be used, please feel free to contact us, we really appreciate the information you may have for us.”

The next relative of the man is currently supported by expert officers.

Anyone who witnesses the event or witnesses any information should call 101 by quoting the 7014/26 reference.

Park Crescent is a popular street in Marylebone, the center of London, known for its impressive buildings. It is often seen by tourists and is a popular photo point.