Man dies after being hit by car in Carshalton

POLICE are appealing for information following the death of a man who was hit by a suspected drink-driver.

Officers were called to Wrythe Lane in Carshalton just before 1am on Saturday. They found 41-year-old Adam Lyas injured. He is thought to have been hit by a black Ford Ka. Mr Lyas was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service where he later died.

A 44-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving with excess alcohol.

He was bailed until early July, pending further inquiries.

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Detective Constable Nicola Linton, who is leading the investigation, is appealing for information about the incident.

She said: "I would urge anyone saw the incident, or the events leading up to it, to contact us. Although it was in the early hours of the morning, it is a busy road and I am sure people would have witnessed it."

Anyone with information regarding Mr Lyas's death can call the road death investigation unit on 020 8941 9011.