Leytonstone murder probe: One dead after driver 'deliberately' hits pedestrians in east London

Police say attack happened after row in the street

Police are investigating after pedestrians in Leytonstone High Street were apparently targeted (Google Maps)

A man has died and another was left seriously injured when a car “deliberately” hit pedestrians, Metropolitan Police say.

The 52-year-old man died in hospital after being run over in Leytonstone, east London, in the early hours.

A 32-year-old man remains in hospital, where his injuries are described as serious but not life-threatening.

Police, paramedics and an air ambulance were called to the scene at around 12.40am on Sunday. Officers have urged anybody with any information to come forward.

A murder investigation has been launched.

Detective Chief Inspector Mark Wrigley said: “At this early stage, it appears that this was a deliberate act by the driver of the car.

“There had been an altercation in the street prior to this incident and I am appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information who has not yet come forward to contact police.”

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