Another pedestrian is run over during police chase in London – two days after fatal Penge tragedy
The man, in his 60s, was rushed to hospital in the same week 10-year-old Makayah McDermott and his aunt Rosie Cooper, 34, were killed
A PEDESTRIAN has been knocked down in a hit-and-run by a car being followed by police – just two days after boy and his aunt were killed by a cop chase.
The man, in his 60s, was rushed to hospital after being mowed down by the vehicle.
Police at scene after officers gave chase when they spotted a vehicle being driven erratically
Officers in a marked patrol car spotted the dark vehicle driving erratically in Haringey, North London on Thursday evening.
But when they followed and tried to stop it the car sped off, mowing the man down.
A Scotland Yard spokesman said: "The male pedestrian, aged in his 60s, was taken to a central London hospital. His condition is not life-threatening."
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The spokesman added: "The driver of the vehicle failed to stop after the collision and drove away from the scene."
Pictures posted on social media show at least five police vehicles at the scene, which was cordoned off, and the incident is being examined by specialist collision investigators.
The Met's Directorate of Professional Standards has also been informed and police are now trying to trace the driver.
The pair were run over as they walked to a park in Penge, South East London, along with child actor Makayah's twin older sisters Niyah and Yahla.
They were trapped under the car and managed to crawl out when bystanders lifted it off them.
Another eight-year-old family member was injured, but she and the twin girls have since been released from hospital.
The family were walking to a park when a speeding stolen vehicle being chased by police mounted the kerb.
Up to 20 passers-by lifted the black Ford Focus — embedded in a tree — so the twin girls aged 13 could scramble clear.
Local hairdresser Tony Dennis said: “Everyone is talking about it because they were so well liked — always laughing, always had smiles.
"It’s rare you see children like that, so naturally gifted.”
Child actor Makayah was described as a "bright young star" by his agent.
Sam Brown of Brown and Mills Entertainment made the emotional tribute as the youngster and his aunt Rosie Cooper were formally identified.
Sam said in a statement: "We are deeply saddened and in shock following the devastating news that Makayah Mcdermott has lost his life after yesterdays tragic events.
"Makayah was an extremely talented young actor and a joy to be around. He had recently auditioned for a role in a new TV series and had been seen for a number of TV commercials.
"Makayah was a bright young star who had a strong passion and talent for acting.
"We were delighted to sign Makayah to the agency along with his twin sisters Yalah and Niyah and his cousin Eva , an incredibly talented family.
"We would like to pay tribute to Rozanne Cooper, Eva's mother and Auntie to Makayah who also lost her life.
"We cannot express enough our sadness and our thoughts are with the family at this terrible time."
A friend of Rosie Cooper placed flowers at the spot where she died and said she is devastated by her friend's death.
Mum Emma Cameron said: "My daughter was friends with Rosie's daughter. Rosie never had a bad word to say about anyone, she was so good natured and a really lovely genuine person.
"It's just awful this has happened. My daughter Ava is of a similar age to Rosie's daughter Eva. It's so devastating."
Flowers and candles have been left close to the scene and mourners and well-wishers left bouquets and a teddy bear.
A note pinned to the tree said: "Taken so sadly, may the angels look after you. God bless, Dean and Kerry."
Makayah’s headteacher at Alexandra Junior School paid tribute to him.
Claudette Maragh said: “We are extremely saddened by this awful tragedy. Makayah was a fun, bubbly boy and a really popular member of our school community. His loss is deeply felt by us all.”
Joshua Dobby, 23, today appeared in court charged with causing the deaths by dangerous driving.
He appeared at Bromley Magistrates' Court today and spoke only to confirm his name and age.
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