An 86-year-old woman has been seriously injured after being hit by a car on St Mary Street in Risca. The incident occurred around 10.10 pm on Saturday [August 24] and involved a black Suzuki Swift and the pedestrian, who hails from Newport. Emergency services responded to the scene, and the woman was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, according to Gwent Police. Her family has been notified about the incident.
Gwent Police confirmed that a 29-year-old man from Newport was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving, alongside driving above the alcohol limit. The man is currently in custody while police investigations are ongoing. Authorities are urging witnesses to the road traffic collision to come forward with any information. People can contact the police force via the website, call 101, or send a direct message on Facebook or X, quoting log reference 2400284547. Alternatively, individuals can reach out to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 with relevant details.
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