Watford teenager seriously injured in crash

An 18-year-old woman remains in hospital with serious injuries after being injured in an apparent accident while crossing the road.

Hertfordshire Police said the teenager was walking along Gammons Lane, at the junction with Ashby Road, Watford, at around 7pm GMT on Monday.

Police said the vehicle, believed to be a white Transit-type van with ladders on the roof, “failed to stop”.

Investigating officer Sergeant Matt O’Neill said: “We would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision and has not yet spoken to police, or anyone who has information that could assist the investigation.”