Man charged in connection with Hertford collision as officers continue to appeal for witnesses

A man has been charged and remanded in connection with a collision in Hertford as officers continue to appeal for witnesses.

Shortly after 3.30am on Saturday 16 May, a pedestrian was involved in a collision with a white Volkswagen Golf on Ware Road.

The pedestrian, a man aged in his 30s, was taken to hospital after sustaining two leg fractures.

Following enquiries, David Chiriac, aged 18 and of Duck Lees Lane in Enfield, was arrested and charged with attempted murder and driving a motor vehicle dangerously.

He was remanded in custody at St Albans Crown Court today (Tuesday 2 June) ahead of his next appearance at the same court on Tuesday 30 June. No pleas have been entered at this stage.

Detective Constable Jordan Critchley, from East Herts CID, said: “Despite securing a successful charging decision, we are still appealing for witnesses to come forward.

“If you have any information or dash cam footage and haven’t yet spoken to us, please report it.

“I can be emailed with any details you have.”

You can also report information online, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101, quoting 41/45184/26.

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form.