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Newham crash: Fresh CCTV appeal a year after shocking BMW 'hit-and-run' left two men seriously injured

Police have launched a fresh appeal a year after two men were left seriously injured when a BMW ploughed into them in an alleged hit-and-run.

Shocking CCTV footage shows the car stopped by the side of Upton Lane in Newham, to allow a passenger to get inside.

The car pulls away before appearing to brake as it hits the two men, who are thrown onto the bonnet before falling into the road. The car then speeds off.

One of the victims, aged 50, suffered several broken bones and still does not have full use of his right arm, Scotland Yard said.

Police have launched a fresh appeal a year after the horrific crash (Met Police)
Police have launched a fresh appeal a year after the horrific crash (Met Police)

The second man, 52, suffered a cardiac arrest.

Both have been released from hospital but their treatment is ongoing.

Police are trying to locate the driver and possible passengers of a Renault Megane which was driving behind the BMW at the time of the crash.

Detective Constable Stephen Field from Newham CID said: "Both victims suffered extensive injuries, which they are still recovering from now.

“We know there was a Renault Megane which was driving directly behind at the time of the collision.

“The driver or anyone travelling in that vehicle may have vital information that can help us trace who was responsible."

The incident happened on Sunday, March 27 last year, at about 10.30pm.

Any witnesses or anyone with any information about the collision is asked to call Detective Constable Stephen Field at Newham CID on 0208 217 5085 or police on 101 or via Twitter @MetCC.

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