The driver of a red taxi got out to help and police are appealing for this person to come forward.
A woman in her 70s has died after being involved in a road traffic collision in Winterton Road, Bulkington.
The crash happened at the junction with New Street at around 7 pm yesterday (Wednesday 2 March).
The woman was treated at the scene but later died in hospital.
Officers have arrested a 31-year-old man from Bulkington, on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and leaving the scene of an accident.
Police are appealing for the driver of a red taxi to come forward as they helped at the scene.
Inspector Mick Huntley from the serious collision investigation team said: “Anyone who was travelling in the area around the time of the incident and has any dashcam footage, we are urging you to come forward.
“We are working to piece together exactly what happened in the time leading up to this tragic incident and any footage may help with our investigation.”
The woman's next of kin have been informed however a post-mortem and formal identification have not yet taken place.
East Midlands Airport customers urged to allow more travel time next month when Download festival is on
Loughborough retains seventh place in the UK Complete University Guide
Gang based in East Midlands jailed for ATM raids causing over £1m in damage and losses
Glenfield Hospital team trialling virtual reality headsets for patients
New Mayor of Charnwood is record-breaking swimmer
Driver seriously injured in a collision in Anstey
Physical activities taking place throughout Leicestershire for Mental Health Awareness Week
Proposed car parking changes revealed in North West Leicestershire
