A tragic incident occurred on April 12, 2025, in Crawley, West Sussex, where a 25-year-old woman lost her life after being struck by a grey BMW 3 Series.

The collision happened around 8:36 PM as the victims stood outside Crawley Leisure Park, with the vehicle mounting the pavement and hitting them.

The deceased woman was pinned under the car, and despite the efforts of paramedics, she could not be saved.

A 33-year-old man from Crawley was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and being unfit to drive due to drugs.

Chief Inspector James Davidson expressed condolences to the victims' family and emphasized the importance of community cooperation in the ongoing investigation.

Authorities have informed the victims' next of kin and are providing them with support from specially trained officers.

Her 12-year-old sister and 19-year-old cousin were seriously injured in the incident and are currently hospitalized.

The crash took place on London Road, a busy area, prompting police to cordon off the site for investigation.

They have also requested that the public refrain from speculating online about the incident as they gather accurate information.

As investigations continue, police are focused on determining the exact circumstances surrounding this tragic collision.

Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant mobile, dashcam, or CCTV footage to come forward to assist with the investigation.

The incident highlights the need for road safety awareness, especially in busy areas like London Road.