Heartbroken family pay tribute to hit-and-run grandmother
Relatives of a woman who died after being struck by a car which failed to stop in Birmingham have paid tribute to the ‘foundation’ of their family.
Krishna Devi Droch, aged 62, was hit as she crossed Rookery Road near its junction with Soho Road in Handsworth at around 11am on Thursday.
Three people were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and have since been released pending further investigation.
A fourth person, a 47-year-old man, handed himself in at a police station last night and will be questioned today after being arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Today the victim’s relatives said: “Our family has been left heartbroken. Krishna Devi Droch was not only a mother but a daughter, sister, grandmother and aunt.
“This is not only a loss to the family, but a loss to the community. Through her kindness and support she was the foundation of our family.
“Although nothing can ever replace what we have lost, her love and care will stay with us forever.
“We urgently appeal to anyone who has information about the incident - please come forward.”
Police believe that three cars were involved in the incident and are continuing their appeal for witnesses to contact them.
Detective Sergeant Paul Hughes, from the force’s collision investigation unit, said: “We think that a Vauxhall Zafira was being followed by a Corsa and a Mondeo as it travelled along Rookery Road. The Zafira then crossed to the wrong side of the road around a ‘keep left’ bollard and it is at this point that it struck the victim as she crossed the road.
“All three vehicles sped off after the collision; however the Zafira was found burned out just two hours later in Romulus Close.
“We have since also recovered the Corsa and the Mondeo and all three vehicles are being forensically examined.
“Specially trained officers continue to support the family and the thoughts of officers remain with them at this sad time."
Anyone with information should contact the Collision Investigation Team through 101, quoting log 817 of 9 November. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
