Churchgoing couple, of their 80s, killed by automotive as they walked dwelling from Christmas carol service
A couple in their 80s have been killed by a car as they walked home from a Christmas carol service.
The fatal collision occurred in High Kelling, Norfolk at around 4.20pm on Sunday, December 21.
The pair were returning from a church carol service when they were hit by a white BMW Mini One on the A148 at the junction with Avenue Road, Norfolk Police said.
Emergency services rushed to the junction, but despite their best efforts both the man and the woman died at the scene.
The driver of the Mini, a man in his 50s, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving.
He was taken to Wymondham Police Investigation Centre for questioning and remains in custody.
The fatal collision occurred in High Kelling, Norfolk at around 4.20pm on Sunday
The pair were returning from a church carol service when they were hit by a white BMW Mini One on the A148 at the junction with Avenue Road
The road was closed whilst emergency services attended the scene.
In a statement, Reverend Canon Howard Stoker, the Rector of Holt with High Kelling, said his ‘thoughts and prayers’ were with all those affected by ‘this double tragedy’.
He added: ‘Understandably, members of our congregations are reeling in shock and filled with sorrow following the tragic death of two much loved members of our church family.’
‘They were loved and respected for their kindness, generosity and friendship by all who knew them and they will be dearly missed.
‘Coming to terms with such a loss and the manner of their death is incredibly difficult, but coming so close to Christmas makes it even harder.’
Police are appealing for any witnesses to the incident, or anyone who saw the Mini on Sunday afternoon, to get in touch with them.
The Rt Rev Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich, posted on social media: ‘Deeply saddened about the deaths of this couple who were a key part of their local church and had spent the day serving others.
‘Prayers for all involved, and for the family in grief, that the light of Christ’s coming will illuminate their darkest hour.’
Anyone with any information or any relevant dashcam footage is asked to get in touch via the following channels below, quoting reference NC-22122024-290.
