Two men killed after being hit by a van in ‘hit-and-run’ as they walk towards Jersey church as man, 28, arrested

TWO pedestrians have died after being struck by a van with one man arrested following the horror crash.

The pair were walking along a road in Grouville, Jersey, before being hit by the vehicle which left the scene without stopping.

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Cops and emergency services scrambled to the scene and rushed the victims to A&E.

Sadly they both died from their injuries late on Saturday night.

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to report a collision – he remains in custody.

After an extensive search, cops said a white van with “substantial” damage to its front end was found in St Helier.

Rue de Fauvic was shut for 14 hours following the collision and reopened yesterday afternoon.

Police would like to speak to anyone who can help in this investigation.

Any properties with private CCTV in the area of the incident or anyone driving in that area at the time with dash cam footage that could assist police with their enquires is asked to call 01534 612612.