POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a woman was hit by a car and killed in Camden Town on Sunday morning.

The woman, in her 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene in Oakley Square after officers were called at 1.50am.

Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. The car stopped at the scene, and no arrests have been made.

Detective Constable Leo Christian from the Met’s serious collision investigation unit, who is leading the investigation said: “This is a tragic incident in which a young woman has lost her life. We are keen to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time, who may have dashcam footage or who has seen what happened, to come forward.

“Our thoughts remain with the victim and her family at this very difficult time for them. We are working hard to understand the circumstances that led to this tragic incident – please do let us know if you were in the area and saw what happened.”

Anyone with information can call 0208 246 9820, quoting crime reference CAD 801 of June 20. Information can also be provided by 101 or tweeting @MetCC using the same reference.