Man left in critical condition after collision in Hall Green

A man was left in a critical condition when he was struck by a car in Hall Green on New Year’s Eve.

The 37-year-old man was taken to hospital following the collision which took place on the Stratford Road, close to the junction with Fox Hollies Road, shortly after 11.30pm on December 31. The man is believed to have been struck by a Silver Mercedes E220.

West Midlands Police said: “We are hoping witnesses may have seen the car, which was heading in the direction of the city, prior to the collision.

“We arrested one man at the scene and he is currently in custody on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and driving above the legal alcohol limit.”

Detective Sergeant Paul Hughes, from their Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “We are in the early stages of our investigation. The man was left in a critical condition in hospital and we are supporting his family through this difficult time.

“The road is very busy and we are hoping people will come forward with information. We would like to speak to witnesses or anyone who may have any dash cam footage to help us understand exactly what has happened.”

People should email [email protected], message Live Chat at west-midlands.police.uk between 8am and midnight, or call 101. Quote log number 3968 of December 31.