Police appeal for witnesses following a fatal collision in Hounslow

Investigators and family members are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision in Hounslow a year on since the incident.

At approximately 19:45hrs on Sunday, 29 September 2024, police were called to reports that a pedestrian had been hit by an e-bike on Elmwood Avenue, Feltham.

The pedestrian, a 62-year-old woman, was seriously injured and she was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service. Sadly, she died from her injuries on Thursday, 13 February, while still in hospital.

She has been named as Julia Burns from Feltham.

The rider of the e-bike left the scene before officers arrived.

On Thursday, 24 July, a 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He has been released under bail pending further enquiries until a date in October.

In a statement, Julia's family said: "Our family is devastated by the tragic loss of our beloved Julia. Her absence has left a void in our lives that can never be filled. Julia was the heart and soul of our family, and her loss has left us heartbroken beyond words.

"The trauma Julia endured—and the heartbreak we experienced beside her—was unimaginable. No family should ever have to watch a loved one suffer the way she did.

"We are pleading with anyone who may have information to please come forward. Even the smallest detail could make a difference. Your courage and compassion could help bring justice for Julia."

Detective Constable Sarah Royle, from the Met’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "Our thoughts are with the loved ones of Julia, who have endured so much throughout this difficult time.

"Investigators have been working continuously on this incident for the past year, to try and piece together the circumstances that sadly led to Julia's death.

"Were you in the area this time last year and recall seeing or hearing the incident? Perhaps you saw something suspicious in the moments afterwards?

"We urge you to come forward and let us know, even the smallest piece of information could make a difference."

Please contact the police on 101 or online, using the crime reference number 01/902272/24. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.