Welwyn Garden City crash victim 'stable' as arrest made

The incident occurred at around 8pm on Sunday (July 28), in The Ridgeway, with the bicycle rider, a woman aged in her 40s, left fighting for her life in hospital.

Herts police have now confirmed she is in a "serious but stable condition".

A 20-year-old man from Hatfield has since been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and causing serious injury while disqualified. He remains in custody for questioning.

Detective Sergeant Shona Birkby, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "Our enquiries are continuing, and I am appealing for any witnesses to please come forward.

"Were you driving in the area at the time and saw what happened? Additionally, if you have a dash cam fitted, please check it as you may have recorded some crucial footage to assist our investigation."

Welwyn Hatfield Chief Inspector Pete Frost added: "I would like to issue a reminder that it is currently against the law to ride e-scooters on public land anywhere in Hertfordshire.

"We will be carrying out regular patrols in Welwyn Hatfield and targeting those who use e-scooters in this area.

"E-scooters can only be used on private land with the landowner’s permission. While they can be used on public land as part of a government trial, there are no trials taking place anywhere in the county at this time.

"If you are caught riding one on a public highway, pavement or cycle lane it could be seized by the police. You could also be reported for driving offences which would lead to significant penalty points and a fine."

You can report information online at herts.police.uk/report, via online web chat at herts.police.uk/contact, or by calling the non-emergency number 101, quoting ISR 668 of 28 July, 2024.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.