Man charged after hit-and-run in Waltham Abbey leaves victim injured

Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 4 Nov, 17:02 · Archive

A man has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm after a hit-and-run in Waltham Abbey left a victim with life-changing leg injuries.

A man in his 30s suffered life-changing leg injuries after a collision with a grey Audi TT in North Place, Waltham Abbey, at around 5pm on 8 October. He was taken to hospital following the incident. Police said the driver of the Audi left the scene after the collision.

Arren Lewis, 36, of St Andrew's Road, London E17, has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent, failing to stop and dangerous driving. He is due to appear at Snaresbrook Crown Court on 19 November.

Detective Constable James Refalo said officers had worked quickly to secure the charge. 'No detail is too small,' he said. 'If you think you know something or saw something, let us know.'

Essex Police is appealing for anyone who has not already spoken to officers to come forward, particularly those with doorbell or dashcam footage. Information can be provided to Essex Police online or by calling 101, quoting investigation number 42/160697/26. Crimestoppers also accepts anonymous information.

How it is being reported

• Man left with life-changing injuries after hit and run crash in Waltham AbbeyThe driver reportedly drove off after the crashEssexLive · 4 Nov, 15:05
• Victim left with life-changing injuries in town incident as man chargedEssex Police appeal after Waltham Abbey hit-and-run left man with life-changing leg injuries. Arren Lewis charged and due in court on November 19.Echo (Basildon) · 4 Nov, 10:35
• Victim left with life-changing injuries in town incident as man chargedEssex Police appeal after Waltham Abbey hit-and-run left man with life-changing leg injuries. Arren Lewis charged and due in court on November 19.Colchester Gazette · 4 Nov, 10:35
• Victim left with life-changing injuries in town incident as man chargedEssex Police appeal after Waltham Abbey hit-and-run left man with life-changing leg injuries. Arren Lewis charged and due in court on November 19.Brentwood Guardian · 4 Nov, 10:35

In this story: Arren Lewis · Waltham Abbey · Essex Police · Snaresbrook Crown Court

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