The family of a woman killed on Friday when she was hit by a car while walking her dogs have paid tribute to the “loving mother”.
Officers were called at 17:09hrs on Friday, 22 December to Manford Way, Chigwell. A car, believed to be a white Seat Leon, had been in collision with a pedestrian who was walking with two dogs. Police officers, London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance attended. Despite their efforts, the woman, who has been named as 48-year-old Marie Theobald from Hainault, was pronounced dead at the scene. The dogs also died in the crash.
In a statement released on Christmas Eve her family said: “Marie was a loving mother, daughter, sister, niece and friend. Marie was an honest, hardworking, selfless woman who would do anything for anyone. Marie always put others first.
“The dogs Riley and Honey were much loved members of the family. They adored Marie as she adored them. May they all rest in perfect peace together. The family ask for their privacy to be respected at this time.”
The driver of the car failed to stop at the scene, and the car was located nearby shortly after the collision. A man was subsequently arrested in connection with the incident and taken into police custody.
Anyone with information and any witnesses yet to speak with police are asked to call 101, ref CAD 5312/22dec. To remain anonymous please contact Crimestoppers.
