Man killed in 'BMW' hit-and-run in Aldgate

A man has died after being knocked down by a car in a hit-and-run in east London.

The 59-year-old was struck by a vehicle while walking along Mansell Street in Aldgate on Tuesday night.

Emergency services were scrambled to the scene just before 11.30pm and paramedics rushed him to hospital, police said.

Despite the efforts of the medics, he died in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

The driver of the car, thought to be a silver or grey BMW 1-series, did not stop at the scene.

In statement, the Metropolitan Police said: “Officers are appealing for anyone who has seen, or has information about, a car like this with extensive damage to its bonnet and windscreen, to contact them.

“They are also keen to hear from anyone who witnesses the collision, or who has any information about it.”

Anyone that can assist police is asked to call the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 020 8597 4874, or contact police via 101 or by tweeting @MetCC.

To give information anonymously call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.