Two teenagers fighting for life after being hit by 'out of control' car on busy street

A young man and woman, both 18, were critically injured during an incident involving a Toyota Yaris which "lost control" near Deansgate Locks, Manchester

Two teenagers are battling for their lives after being struck by a car that had spun out of control. The 18 year old man and woman were critically injured in an incident involving a Toyota Yaris which "lost control" near Deansgate Locks, Manchester.

The vehicle collided with another car, mounted the pavement and then hit a second vehicle. The two pedestrians are now fighting for their lives in hospital following the city centre incident which occurred at 10.30pm last night.

Police have launched an investigation into the incident and confirmed the arrest of a 30 year old woman at the scene. Greater Manchester Police were called to Whitworth Street West near Deansgate Locks where the arrest was made.

Initial enquiries suggest the Toyota Yaris was travelling down Whitworth Street West when it "lost control" and collided with a Vauxhall Corsa before mounting the kerb and colliding with other street items and a Kia Sportage. A GMP statement read: "In the process two pedestrians, an 18-year-old man and 18-year-old woman, were also sadly collided with and both remain in hospital with injuries which are deemed life-threatening."

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A 30 year old woman was arrested at the scene and remains in custody on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving, according to the Manchester Evening News, reports the Mirror.

Detective Constable Simon Venguedasalon from GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit made a public plea for assistance, stating: "Since this incident we have conducted our enquiries overnight and are now in a position to appeal to the public who were in the area for any eyewitness accounts and footage."

He also mentioned: "We understand at the time, due to the location, plenty of witnesses to the incident and would urge them to come forward if we haven't spoken to you yet. As part of our investigation we are keen to understand fully the moment leading up to the serious collision to ensure we can provide the necessary answers to the loved ones of the victims who are currently still receiving treatment."

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