Detectives investigating the death of a woman who was struck by a car in Westminster in the early hours of the morning have renewed their appeal for witnesses, saying they believe people who hold potentially vital detail are yet to come forward.
Klaudia Zakrzewska, 32, was found unconscious on Argyll Street shortly after 4.30am on Sunday, April 19. Emergency services attended the scene and she was taken to hospital, where she died six days later on Sunday, April 25.
The investigation is being led by Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, who said officers remained determined to establish the full circumstances of the collision. Detectives have thanked the public for the response so far while stressing that the inquiry is continuing.
Renewed witness appeal
DCI Foxwell said she was grateful to everyone who had already contacted police, but believed there may be others who have not yet spoken to officers. She urged anyone who was in or around Argyll Street in the early hours of Sunday, April 19 to come forward, however insignificant they feel their information may be.
Officers are particularly keen to hear from drivers who were in the area at the time and may have dashcam footage, as well as residents and businesses whose CCTV cameras may have captured the street in the hours around the collision. Detectives say even a brief clip could help them build a clearer picture of what happened.
“I would like to thank the public for their help so far,” DCI Foxwell said. “We believe there are people out there who hold detail that could prove vital to this investigation, and I would urge them to get in touch with us.”
What happened
Police were called to Argyll Street in Westminster in the early hours of Sunday, April 19, after the 32-year-old was found unconscious following a collision with a car. Paramedics treated her at the scene before she was taken to hospital for further care.
Despite the efforts of medical staff, Ms Zakrzewska died in hospital six days later, on Sunday, April 25. Her death has been treated as part of an ongoing investigation by detectives, who are working to piece together the exact sequence of events that led to the collision.
Argyll Street sits in the heart of Westminster, close to some of the capital’s busiest late-night routes. The road carries a mix of traffic through the night, and investigators are examining the movements of vehicles and pedestrians in the area in the hours before and after the collision.
How to help the investigation
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference 3374/19APR. Footage and other material can also be submitted through the Major Incident Public Portal, which allows members of the public to upload dashcam and CCTV recordings directly to the investigation team.
Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through its website at crimestoppers-uk.org. Information given to Crimestoppers is never traced back to the caller.
Proceedings remain active
Police have confirmed that proceedings against a woman charged in connection with the case remain active. Officers have asked the public not to speculate about the case online while the legal process continues, warning that commentary on social media could risk prejudicing proceedings.
Road safety in the capital
The renewed appeal comes amid continued concern about the safety of pedestrians on London’s roads, particularly in the early hours when traffic is lighter but visibility can be reduced. Central London’s West End sees a steady flow of vehicles through the night, and road safety campaigners have long called for greater awareness among both drivers and pedestrians during these hours.
Police regularly urge drivers to remain alert for pedestrians at all times of day and night, and ask anyone walking in busy areas after dark to stay aware of traffic. Detectives say inquiries into the Argyll Street collision are continuing, and they remain hopeful that further witnesses will come forward to help them provide answers for Ms Zakrzewska’s family.
