Man, 70, run over by thief who had stolen his car in Upminster

Emergency services were called to Avon Road yesterday afternoon (Credit: Google Maps)

A 70-year-old man has been taken to hospital after being run over by someone who was stealing his car. 

The victim was returning to his parked Range Rover in Avon Road when he saw it was being stolen at around 12.45pm yesterday afternoon.

The thief drove at the man, hit him and then fled the scene in the stolen vehicle.

The London Ambulance Service took the victim to hospital. We are waiting for an update on his condition.

Police believe the suspect was riding a moped prior to the theft. 

They have not made any arrests and are continuing to investigate the incident. 

Anyone who witnessed it or who has footage should call police on 101 and quote 3236/10MAR.

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